Little Murals, Big Heart

As a multi-crafter who experiments with different mediums, my latest passion is miniatures, set against backdrops that depict life, whether it's a beach, cityscape or even outer space. I think of them as witty dioramas and I like to make smaller images with the philosophy that we are all running out of space in our lives; Little Murals are compact and fit anywhere. I incorporate tiny people who are often quizzically staring into the artwork, and thus become part of the landscape. Humor is also a major element of my work, and I love to put a smile on viewer's faces, whether it's a quirky saying or bizarre juxtaposition. 

I work in my Lexington studio, engrossed in the joy of recreating the world around me in a tiny form.

In the words of Sei Shonagon, written almost a thousand years ago,
No matter what they are, 
All things small are adorable."

Little Murals are created with a hybrid process that includes photography, glue, markers, paint, beads, and other multi-media. The mini tableaus have a glossy coating that is part of their appeal. The miniatures are carefully chosen to create a three-dimensional component to the imagery, the sense that one can step into the picture if given the chance. The end result is “kawaii" or  “cuteness” and a familiarity with the small scale of being.