As an artist, I take interest in exploring themes of human driven ecological damage and bird population decline. North America has lost 30% of its birds in just 50 years due to consumerist environmental destruction. This loss reflects our growing disconnection from nature.

Found debris, Wood, Wire, Glue.

King Rail. 2024

10” x 20”

King Rail is made entirely out of debris collected by the train tracks in Ann Arbor, MI. King Rails are a species native to Michigan, and I wanted to reflect that by collecting trash from its natural habitat.

The most rewarding part of my creating is the challenge of transforming found, unfamiliar materials into something entirely new. I approached this piece with no expectations beyond achieving accurate proportions, and I’m proud of the result. I'm excited to keep expanding this series of bird sculptures made from debris.