For several months the space became both studio and playground. Beneath the glass canopy of plants and light, I painted large-scale works, experimented with sound, and built immersive moments that blended drawing, language, and performance.
The residency became an open laboratory. I spent long days making paintings, testing ideas with sound and vibration, and creating environments that invited conversation between strangers. The work ranged from large painted panels to participatory experiences that asked viewers to reflect, listen, and respond.
What began as an opportunity to make work inside an extraordinary architectural space quickly became something more personal. The experience clarified the kind of artist I wanted to be: someone interested not only in objects, but in creating spaces where people gather, reflect, and encounter each other through art.
That summer helped shape the direction of my practice. It was a turning point that deepened my interest in storytelling, community, and the ways art can hold conversation in public space.
Big thanks to Seattle, Sam Stubblefield and Amazon for being such great hosts.
