Papier Collé on Panel Sumi & walnut ink, wax resist, rice paper, vintage mining map on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Sumi, walnut, and acrylic ink, wax resist, rice paper, vintage mining map on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Sumi & walnut ink, wax resist, rice paper, vintage mining map on cradled board
 Papier Collé on Panel Sumi, walnut, and acrylic ink, wax resist, rice paper, vintage mining map on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Sumi, walnut, and acrylic ink, wax resist, rice paper, vintage mining map on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Sumi & walnut ink, wax resist, rice paper, vintage mining map on cradled board
 Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic Ink on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic Ink on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic Ink on cradled board
 Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic Ink on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic Ink on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic ink on cradled board
 Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic Ink on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic Ink on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic Ink on cradled board
 Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic Ink on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic Ink on cradled board  Papier Collé on Panel Japanese & Korean paper, sumi ink, walnut ink, acrylic Ink on cradled board

Papier Collé on panel

This body of work is inspired by the delicate lines found on vintage mining maps. I incorporate additional layers of translucent paper marked with ink to evoke an illusion of depth and connection.

Embedded within these pieces is a subtle commentary on our relationship with the earth. Marks dancing over the map's surface mirror the energy and spirit of natural forces that shape the land. Hand-drawn lines and gestures serve as a metaphor for humanity's impact on the environment. 

I gravitate towards using natural and handmade materials in my practice. Some of the ink I use is brewed from walnuts gathered near my home in New Mexico.

These pieces range in size: 36 x 36 inches, 40 x 30 inches, 20 x 20 inches