Hello! I’m an artist and farmer from Uganda, passionate about creating, growing, and learning through hands-on work. I use my love of art and farming to continually develop new skills that help us build and improve our homestead, often using sustainable materials grown or sourced directly from our land. My latest project is learning the traditional craft of rammed-earth construction. You can follow along as I experiment, build, and share the process on TikTok and YouTube.
Craft Portfolio
From planting and material sourcing and processing to dyeing, welding molds, designing samples, and production training, I can do it all.
The fibers used to make each product sample are sourced and processed on my farm in Wakiso, Uganda. Production materials are locally sourced.
Animal Head Sculptures
Welded frame wrapped with raffia
Lighting
Weaving Techniques
Wrap-Skip Weave
Braided Weave
Twisted Cattail Weave
This simple twist weave technique is easy to learn and saves on production time. It’s also very sturdy and durable, which is great for coasters, placemats, and baskets.
Twisted Raffia Weave
Makenge Basket Technique
The Makenge Basket Technique originates from Zambia using the makenge root plant. Traditionally, these baskets are given as gifts and have a unique pattern used to convey positive messages to the receiver.
Utilizing the traditional 3D technique with papyrus wrapped raffia, I elevated these baskets to a more modern look.
Mini Animal Sculptures
Frame – Wire wrapped with grass and thread
Exterior – Raffia
Ornaments and Holiday Decor
Frame – Wire wrapped with grass and thread
Exterior – Raffia
Wall Hangings
Sustainability Initiatives
In 2022, I partnered with All Across Africa / KAZI to implement a replanting project. We replanted materials used in production and ensured they were not harmful to the environment.
Personally, I would teach neighborhood teenagers about this practice and encourage them to plant sustainable materials at home.
Volunteer Initiatives
In April 2023, I painted a sensory maze path for Malvern Elementary School in McKinney, TX. The path helps students work off their excess energy or develop their motor skills.
