I use illustration, surface design, and quilting to create complex, layered depictions of animals and landscapes that play off of common symbolism and themes. The work is housed in custom wood fixtures that reference furniture and frames, transforming the work into familiar domestic objects. These playful, narrative, ambiguous pieces create the opportunity to contemplate nature from a new perspective. I want to expand empathy and broaden the context in which we view our lives and our ecosystems. We may be individuals, but we play a part in a much grander scheme that ties us to everyone and everything around us. If we learn about nature, what can it teach us about our lives and each other?