In the words of Canadian American artist Aurora Robson, ‘turning garbage into art feels like turning a lie into truth, my work helps me find a fine balance between two opposing forces’. Growing up, my world was filled with the vibrant colours and textures of African fabrics that my mother used in her sewing. What others might have seen as mere scraps, I see as possibilities that could speak to the memories, perceptions and time these materials possess. Those early days spent surrounded by fabric remnants sparked something inside me, a fascination with how something seemingly discarded could be transformed into something new and thought provoking. Looking back, it’s clear that this childhood curiosity planted the seed for my journey as an artist, where my focus has become creating art that speaks to the importance of sustainability and environmental consciousness. My interest on the environment goes beyond creating art, it extends to science and research, where I have co-authored research publications that addresses the sustainable use of plastic waste.

I vividly remember collecting those fabric scraps, not fully understanding at the time why they captivated me so much. As I grew older, that initial curiosity turned into a deliberate artistic practice. My work today revolves around giving new life to materials that are often considered waste, exploring their potential to tell a deeper story. It’s about more than just recycling; it’s about raising awareness and starting a conversation on how we interact with our environment and upcycling the materials regarded as waste. I want my art to challenge people to rethink what they throw away and to see beauty where they least expect it.