Pink opals and moonstone — minerals pulled from deep within the earth — harmonize with cold-water coral and shells gathered on coastal walks, dissolving the line between terrestrial and aquatic realms. Mirrored tones pf pink, cream, and soft iridescence create a continuum rather than separate worlds.

Blending textures and origins, this nature-inspired assemblage asks whether our divisions — between environments, species, and even humans — are constructed rather than inherent.

Materials: Pink opal, moonstone, freshwater pearls, Murano glass, fabric, shells, cold-water coral, acrylic paint, nail polish

Framing: Custom shadow box with museum glass in a silver wooden frame, produced in collaboration with Chevy Chase Art Gallery, Washington, DC.