Memories, Remastered

With technology, we are able to not only archive our lives, but create new stories with the power of editing. By the stroke of a mouse, we are able to create, edit, or delete a story that did not independently exist.

Using personal archived footage from 2006-2011, I attempted to create a new dialogue from within my family, as well as exploring the role technology has in the communication efforts of my immediate and extended family.

Video, Stereo, 1:31, USA, 2011

Less Pleasure from the Reflection of the Glowing Sensible World Through the Prism of Language Many Colored and Richly Storied

shredded paperwork, fluorescent bulbs, flood lamps, rope lights
2010

Mourning Coretta

paper doll, magazine clipping
2011

Kickin' In The Back Seat

animated GIF
2011

Why Do...

digital print, digital screenshot from iPad
2010

Feel The Beat

Pop music creates a trance-like effect, mesmerizing the mind with general and relatable tunes that can reveal a delightful experience for the majority of listeners.

This piece explores the feelings of euphoria and sensuality, both visual and auditory, that occurs while listening to the genre; as well as commenting on the subject manner that is common throughout today's pop hits.

Video, Stereo, 2:08, USA, 2011

Happy Merry Congratulations, I’m Proud of You

found rocking chair, found wooden briefcase,
found synthetic flowers and potpourri, iPhone 3G
2011

Interpersonal, Impersonal

found cardboard, permanent marker
2011

Let’s Gather ‘Round The Table for Breakfast (Good Morning)

Found television sets, acrylic paint
2011

Value

Photographing every home I lived in, and the sky above the home, for my entire lifetime as of February 26th, 2010, I created the average color of my homes and the skies above. Through a created algorithm, I adjusted the overlaid opacities according to the duration of time lived in each area.

MDF plywood, digital inkjet prints, painter's tape
2010

850-1900 MHz

A collaboration with artist Alex Chitty as an exploration in sound and communication between moving objects.

Two participants were in each vehicle equipped with two cell phones. During the performance, the participants called the passenger and placed their phones in close proximity of another, while the sound emitted from the car's sound system, thus resulting in an interesting auditory experience.

Video, Stereo, 9:26, USA, 2011

What's Our Target Audience?

Audio, Stereo, 2:07, USA, 2011

Analog Denial In A Digital Relationship

obtained police report, permanent marker, magazine clipping
2011

My Favorite Song

digital print, digital screenshot
2011

Big Heart

yarn, found photographs, Christmas ornaments, glass
2009

The Beacon of the 'Hood

The convenience store is seen as the central of many African American neighborhoods. A central meeting point for various activities and products. I went out to explore how the lights of a convenience store shine during the night time hours, emulating the purpose of a beacon of a lighthouse; reminding you of where you are no matter how far you stray away.

Video, Stereo, 1:07, USA, 2011

Travels Only Our Minds Can Control (Lust and Love)

Inspired from a point in time where I was involved in two simultaneous "relationships," I explored my thoughts during the drives to see both women.

Video, Stereo, 2:57, USA, 2011