Taxidermy & Spell Works

Recently, I’ve been experimenting with new materials - taxidermy and forms of preservation.  My sculptures often pair together the fleetingness of life with the permanence of plastic as a non-biodegradable material. These new sculptural works express grief, existentialism, and examine the value of life. Questioning the manufactured values put in place by capitalist and colonial systems. Plastic has become a symbol of cheap production, exploitation and waste; this plus it’s natural non-decaying properties make it one of the most frequent cultural signifiers of mortality. If one were to cast a spell or perform a ritual of perpetuity, plastic might make a useful charm or talismen.

The space I hold for these small animals translates into space I hold for myself and others in my communities. All animal remains are sourced ethically.

Through folk magic, Stregheria (Italian neo-paganism) and ritualism, I’ve learned to look for the energy, intention, and unseen forces which shape our experiences in ways we often overlook. Rituals, symbols, and connections to the natural world have given me a deeper understanding of both myself and the universe around me.