mantra series
beLOVE
dimensions variable | variation 1: sequins, pins, polystyrene, wood, and metal // variation 2: sequins, pins, metallic fabric, polystyrene, wood, and metal
So many times we hear about people looking for love, wanting love, or waiting for love that we can overlook the necessity to be love. “beLOVE” is a reminder to embody love.
macho
16 x 20 inches | sequins, pins, polystyrene, wood, and metal
“Macho” questions the common notion that pink represents all things girly and delicate and seeks to highlight the strength found in femininity.
buck up
dimensions variable | variation 1: sequins, pins, polystyrene, wood, and metal // variation 2: sequins, pins, camouflage burlap, polystyrene, wood, and metal
Had a candid conversation with a very successful businessman and was surprised to learn that, even he, when challenging himself to grow, can feel extremely uncomfortable and needs to fight negative self-talk. When I asked what he does to keep his thoughts from focusing on fears, he said he tells himself to "Buck Up".
and yet
24 x 30 inches | sequins, polystyrene, wood, and metal
“And yet”— it’s a hopeful alternative to “the end.” Noticed this phrase being used in nearly all of the books I’ve read this past year. The phrase is subtle yet powerful. It’s a reminder that when life throws you lemons and curveballs — when everything feels like it’s crumbling to an end — to look for the hope and find your “and yet.”
grit
24 x 30 inches | sequins, pins, faux snakeskin fabric, polystyrene, wood, and metal
Because sometimes grit looks glamorous.
bite me
24 x 30 inches | sequins, pins, faux metallic snakeskin fabric, polystyrene, wood, and metal
Inspired by those who dare to stand out from the crowd, live courageously and with conviction. People may not be supportive of our choices and attempt to derail us, with unsolicited advice. In staying authentic to ourselves, "bite me" stands for living unapologetically.
no
24 x 30 inches | sequins, pins, fabric, polystyrene, wood, and metal
My mom always said that you can say anything, as long as you say it with a smile. This is a smiling unapologetic "no" for all my comrades out there who continually struggle with overcommitting, can always be counted on, and wear themselves out in the process.
killing it
24 x 30 inches | sequins, pins, fabric, polystyrene, wood, and metal
Made for someone who's killing it while still keeping bright and shiny!
boy boss
24 x 30 inches | sequins, pins, Italian wool suiting fabric, polystyrene, wood, and metal
What if we lived in a world where men used qualifiers?
i want it now
24 x 30 inches | sequins, pins, glittering gold fabric, polystyrene, wood, and metal
Because sometimes the world seems to be working slower than your goals and dreams.
more
24 x 30 inches | sequins, pins, metallic black fabric, polystyrene, wood, and metal
Who says more is less? Sometimes you just need more.