I’m fascinated by maximalism and the accumulation of objects. We acquire items through the lure of consumerism to eventually discard them. Each panel in this series carefully and deliberately portrays a narrative through miniature trash bags and boxes. These stories are not based on real experiences but are a mosaic of ideas and references. Discarded items can offer nuanced insights into the person who abandoned them. Trash can communicate both the end of something and a new beginning. The word “trash” may invoke negative connotations, however, I see the beauty within thrown-away things. 

This collection of work was made for the Var Gallery’s 30x30 show where artists create 1 artwork a day for January. These works are for sale, contact me to inquire about purchasing.