Leaf, 2009 (Series in progress)

In Leaf, the intricacies of a leaf’s veining are recreated by wrapping, stitching, and knotting together strands of human hair. This complex network of lines mimics the organic patterns found in nature and speaks to the natural system of growth and decay. In Leaf, allusions to the vascular tissue of plants, as well as the vascular system of the human body, exist simultaneously with references to traditional lace-making techniques, Victorian hair jewelry, and the cultural memory of lace.