was inspired by a long Midwestern winter and the coming of spring
Accented with warm hammered 22k gold dots and five tiny champagne diamonds
a verdant citrine with a leafy-green stripe
and the idea that our history is locked up in the planet's layers of sedimentary rock and is revealed by the passing of time and the gentle push of wind and water
Drift and Root 5 A167456 was inspired by a long"Drift and Root 5" is a vibrant mixed media work combining watercolor, ink, pastel, collage, weaving, yarn, feathers, beads, and repurposed paper. Hand worked textures intersect with bold geometric patterns, creating luminous contrasts between structure and material richness. The piece reflects the artist's interest in how layered surfaces and organic forms echo journeys of belonging, transformation, and renewal. Drawing on her multicultural heritage