These vessel-like sculptures explore the relationship between three-dimensional forms and the craft of weaving. Conceptually and materially, the pieces embody the primary objective of crafting gentle structures that simultaneously permit strength and flexibility. This is an analogy to childhood upbringings, parental bonds, and maternal principles. The structures draw inspiration and knowledge from two grounding elements of nature: caves and water. Water reflects the essence of life, fluidity, and healing, while caves symbolize the foundational aspects of containment, protection, and support. These natural elements intertwine their capacities, mirroring how to nurture oneself and others.

My reflection on these pieces is an attempt to create a capacity to re-mother myself. The vessels encapsulate space within themselves, symbolizing a new womb to recreate, re-nurture, and re-mother. Some vessels exude sturdiness, while others embrace openness, reflecting cocoons that have either been abandoned or are awaiting containment. Just as vessels hold ashes, these are containers for life, for new life, fostering new mind states that purify and nurture the ailments of the heart.