Monument to Ms Padilla or History of the Western States: Hawaii, 2009. Wood, paint. 10 x 3 x 6 inches.

This project began in collaboration with Josephine Zarkovich, CCA Curatorial Fellow. Visit Wattis.org for more information on the Americana Exhibit.

Project in process will consist of abstract models of alternative state monuments based on the paradox between the mythologized history depicted in national monuments, personal experience and multi-cultural state history.

                 Monument to Ms Padilla or History of the Western States: Corn Princess and the Arch (in process detail), 2009. 16 x 24 x 8 inches                   

Wood, craft paper, tape, paint.