Amenorrhea, 10” in diameter, Multi Miedia Sculpture

A few years ago I was diagnosed with Amenorrhea – a condition where a previous “normal” menstrual cycle is absent for a three month period. To express this concept of suppressed maturity, I created a multi-media sculpture of the immature worm-like larvae stage of an insect. Their inability to progress from this stage is reflected by the overall symmetry of the piece. Depicting my femininity, are spots of blood on the menstrual pad in between missed periods. As the blood soaks into the dirt, it meets the lace that trims the piece as well as a cluster of larvae, thereby completing the quilt. In retrospect, the final piece was not only satisfying, but the process of making it has help me release emotions that I am usually not comfortable talking about.