For me the house is a universal symbol, symbolic of the Self. The houses are carved and painted mahogany with found objects. There are two series in this gallery. I am interested in expressing actions or characteristics that address the fragility vunerable human condition, and translate emotions into image. With some of the pieces such as Wound Up.Other sculptures are part of a series Journeys, and are impressions of travel through the United States and Mexico. I want these objects to have weight and presence, to provoke curiosity, to be multi-faceted, to be interesting and humorous, profound, and to have heart