My current artist statement

My work explores the many varieties of anatomical structures within vertebrates and invertebrates.  By investigating the complex structures I allow myself freedom to play with it and change it to my specifications.  The metal is metaphorical for armor, which protects the more vulnerable insides.  I enjoy seeing how these organic structures function, and welcome the challenge of pounding, cutting and scraping a similar structure out of metal and wood.  These structures come more easily to me in their three-dimensional forms.  Furthermore, I also believe it is more entertaining for the viewer to be able to see and touch something.  I am enthralled with the sense of touch and I believe that the media I chose reflects that curiosity, for both metal and wood can have an array of different textures.  I also wish to address the many issues surrounding these natural structures, such as mortality, function and decay.