In my work, play is a process. That process might look like weaving line by line, embroidering subtle variations of a shape, or carefully laying gold leaf piece by piece. There’s an order to it—but also a freedom to roam as I go. The repetition in my art echoes the rhythm of journal-keeping throughout my life. It has a meditative quality, helping me work through my thoughts and let go—leaving behind something light, honest, and beautiful.

I create because it’s therapeutic for me—and I hope it brings others that same sense of joy or peace. I’ve experienced how powerful play and creativity can be in building community and connection. If I can create spaces for that through art, that’s where I want to be.

I fell in love with weaving during my time in the Textiles Department at KU, and the practice has stayed with me ever since. After a few years working with fine art collections on the East Coast—surrounded by inspiring pieces, brilliant people, and places I’ll never forget—I felt an undeniable pull to return to my own creative process. I just had to make again. That’s when I feel most myself.

The meticulous, tactile processes I choose—whether weaving, layering, or marking—help me work through the intangible. With all the noise life throws at us, we need moments to slow down, use our hands, and simply be.

Thanks for being here and sharing this space with me.
— Amy

of working out all of my thoughts and letting go—creating something beautiful and light.