I was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, and my work is deeply influenced by the Black quilting traditions of the South. These roots are always with me, even now as I live and work in Harlem, where the energy of Black liberation from back home meets Harlem’s creative, intellectual spirit.
My art is political, yes—but it’s also about imagination. I pull from history, everyday life, and what’s happening in the world right now to build something new, something that speaks to both memory and possibility.
Fabric has always been my way of connecting—especially to my African heritage. It moves across languages and borders, and through it, I find stories, patterns, and power. Traveling and working abroad has only deepened that connection, expanding how I think about Black life, culture, and the ways we carry our histories with us.