Strawberry Crop Picker, 2017

This vibrant, mixed-media artwork features a central figure bent over in a laboring pose, surrounded by bold patterns, flowers, and abstract shapes. The piece is highly textured, with layers of fabric, glitter, and paint creating a rich, tactile surface. The use of bright colors, especially reds, purples, and golds, combined with floral motifs, evokes a sense of celebration or festivity, while the figure’s posture suggests themes of manual labor. The intricate border frames the scene like a decorative tapestry, blending traditional craft elements with a contemporary, expressive style. The work explores themes of labor, culture, and beauty.