Just as the ephemeral nature of flowers lasts for only a moment, the experience of gathering together is transient, leaving an indelible mark on every person. Through cultivating commensality—the practice of eating together—I invite people to gather around the table to partake in the warmth and intimacy of communal engagement and conviviality.  Like a warm blanket on a cold day, the act of eating food together is a timeless, universally-shared need.  It is a common thread transcending mere nourishment, becoming a beautiful exchange of shared experiences and conversation—a balm for the soul.  

The focus of my work is not the handmade ceramics, curated table settings, or the presentation of food.  All of these elements serve to fulfill a radical gesture of hospitality in extending an invitation with love to the most important focus of my art practice… people.