Artist Statement
“What does Light talk about? I asked a plant that once. It said, ‘I am not sure, but it makes me grow’"
– Thomas Aquinas, 1225 – 1274
Oak trees know. Their roots graft into one flesh so they may share mutual sustenance, benefiting the community as a whole. When one tree is in need, the healthy ones direct their energy in support. This goes macro with fungi, the underpins of the terrestrial realm. Their fiber optic-like mycelium likening a high speed internet connects life in the subterranean. Our planet’s pioneers started in the sea with micro-marine organisms forming the basis of life on Earth. They connect in exquisite mutually beneficial systems or colonies in all forms of water. These one-cell photosynthesizing gems, our primary producers in the ocean alone provide over 50% of the oxygen for the planet. Rich diversity and reciprocal sharing power thriving communities and environments. This light-giving flow has enabled life to thrive for eons.
Inherent potential realized moves everything, even light itself. It certainly moves me. My work is a response to this light. The interdependent forms and projects grow in a continuous heliotropic adventure raising wonder, awareness, inclusivity and positive action.