Bodies of Work

Each collection on this page represents a chapter in my creative journey—deeply personal explorations through thread, texture, color, and symbolism. These bodies of work are more than finished pieces; they are visual stories rooted in healing, heritage, and intention. I invite you to move through each series with curiosity and care, discovering the themes, emotions, and materials that shape my artistic practice.

 

The Power of Nature

The Power of Nature is a four-part series exploring the elements—earth, wind, water, and fire—through the Orixas, divine energies from the Yoruba tradition of Ifá. These deities, brought to the Americas through the transatlantic slave trade, are honored in spiritual practices like Santería, Candomblé, Vodou, and Hoodoo. In this series, the Orixas are portrayed as human-like representations of natural forces and spiritual truths. This installment centers on Yemọja, Goddess of the Ocean and mother of all Orixas, whose presence is reflected in three pieces that capture her

 

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