Garments
A collection of experimentations in exaggeration. These works expand and stretch the complicated public image of Josephine Baker by citing her stage wardrobe and promotional images.
Acrylic on paper cutout.
Polyester, faux fur, rhinestones, wire.
Upholstery fabrics, rhinestones, wire, plush filling, faux fur, tassels.
2022. Exhibited at Emily Carr University of Art + Design in Vancouver, Canada.
Josephine
Life-size paper doll series exploring the complicated performativity of exploitation, empowerment, and exoticization of the iconic Black performer, Josephine Baker.
Acrylic on paper cutouts, 2022. Exhibited at Emily Carr University of Art + Design in Vancouver, Canada.
Anita
Life-size paper doll series exploring the complicated performativity of gender, whiteness, and patriotism of singer turned religious zealot and political organizer, Anita Bryant.
Acrylic on paper cutouts, 2021. Exhibited at Emily Carr University of Art + Design in Vancouver, Canada.
Mary
Life-size paper doll series exploring the complicated performativity of gender, whiteness, and patriotism of early Hollywood starlet, Mary Pickford.
Acrylic on paper cutouts, 2021. Exhibited at Emily Carr University of Art + Design in Vancouver, Canada.
Skipper!
Your only salvation... is Skipper!
Skipper (2022) is an experimental short film produced and presented in the MFA program at Emily Carr University and Art + Design.
"State of Practice" Poster
Poster illustration and promotional art for the "State of Practice" MFA exhibition. Presented by Emily Carr University of Art + Design, 2022.