This title could speak to the ironic increase in avenues of communication leading to a lessened ability to listen and general sense of societal disconnect; Of how foolishly and unreasonably we might think someone believes and behaves if they get their information from a different source than we do. The title could be commentary on the ridiculous and, sometimes, overwhelming amount of objects and products and ideas and issues our consumerist cultures produce. But, nah, it's a lot more straightforward and less exhausting than that. The number of tiny components that make up the pieces and my rigid expectation that you find every tiny thing hidden within them: Unreasonable. The amount of production time demanded by each: Unreasonable. Some of the issues and personalities you'll be confronted with in this show: Unreasonable. Me thinking I could properly use a semi colon: Unreasonable. You get the gist, yeah?

Exhibition opening 09.01.23 5-8 PM

I’ll be showing a large collection (90!) from my Quirks series, Friday, June 4th, 6-9pm at the Bunker Center for the Arts, 1014 E 19th St, KCMO.

Each one represents the thoughts, experiences, habits, and things overheard that that make up our everyday realities, personalities and personal idiosyncrasies. They’re tiny, as each is just a small part of who we are, and are presented under magnification, as specimens, for personal examination.

The experiences of each Quirk are meant to be humorous and relatable. Even though the faces gazing back may look different from you, my hope is that you’ll feel a sense of shared experience and connection. Maybe you’ve had a similar feeling, worked through the same dilemma, or know someone else who has. Either way, most likely, you’ve been or met these people before.

ArtsKC and KC Crew are excited to bring to you, Friday Night Arts! An up close and personal with the artists to ask questions, hear about their work and chat with them one on one. Grab your friends and tune in live to watch artists, musicians and more show off their amazing talents from the comfort of their homes! Tickets to attend the evening are $10.00, come and go as you like. Proceeds directly support the six presenting artists. I’m proud to be a part of it!

Opening reception Friday, 2/7/20, at the Carter Arts Center at Penn Valley

I had the pleasure of curating this group showing of 8 artists, all specializing in bright, colorful works. The show explores the whys and hows of each artist's use of color.

Featuring: Emily Alvarez, Jana Duca, Kwanza Humphrey, Harold Smith, Heinrich Toh, Clarissa Knighten, Bernadette Esperanza Torres, and Wolfe Brack

The Crossroads is having a First Friday block party! Art, live music, food, and an outdoor bar.  I'll be there, along with a bunch of other makers and artists, with lots of new Microgardens and mini terrariums. Come check it out!

I'll be installing lots of microgardens in Gigi Moon Gems, 2nd floor of the Bauer building, 115 W 18th St in the Crossroads. Come by and say hello!