I am utilizing my Shunpike activation to expand my collection of rice-themes work for my very first solo show titled “Rice, Roots, and the Road to Cultural Exploration” taking place in 2026! My work is focused on the farm to table journey food takes around the world as well as the social and cultural impact of rice. My primary medium is rice, lentils, and beans which is used to make both 2D and 3D pieces, but I will be leveraging the studio space from Shunpike to work on bigger pieces and expand into making textile work using repurposed rice bags. I am excited to bring community into the space to connect with me and discuss my work over my 6 month residency!