Mano

Mano means hand in Spanish. I have a profound appreciation for my hands because they are the tools that empower me every single day. With my hands, I create delicious meals, I bring my artistic visions to life, and I nurture life itself through my beloved garden. With my hands I am able to communicate through tools of technology, and write my deepest desires onto the page.

In the Spring of 2023, my dear mother suffered a wrist injury as she got lost in the beauty of her blooming roses. As I supported her through her healing, my eyes became more open to the incredible capabilities of our hands and how much we rely on them.

In this collage, I've captured a hand reaching out towards a vibrant flower in my garden, gracefully plucking it to be displayed in a charming vase. I love picking the flowers that I...