Remnant (Click Image to Expand Gallery)
My family inhabited the land of my childhood for eight generations. Although they were never rich, they possessed a wealth of resourcefulness and talent. They made a living from the ground, raising and selling crops and livestock. The land sustained them during times of scarcity, such as the Civil War, the Great Depression, and both World Wars. The men were builders, preachers, or both, and all the structures for miles around my home, including houses, churches, and the family cemetery, were built by my kin. Thus, I am keenly aware of my responsibility to participate in and perpetuate birth, life, death, and faith within that community. The women made the clothing and household linens that they couldn't afford to purchase. Some of these were left to me in an inheritance. They are domestic items that were used daily. They speak of warmth, hospitality, provding protection. and keeping clean. Through this work, I strive to record and redefine the context of their value as a reflection of memory, the passing of time, and the inevitability of cultural change.
