nomos, the Greek root of "to wander" and "to wonder," is an accumulation of thousands of hollow porcelain tube forms. Each tube has a pointed end that fits snugly into peg boards which are covered with paper and clay pigment and backed with Styrofoam.
Each time I set up nomos, it is always a surprise to me.
Many people ask me if I have a "plan" for where the tubes will go. The answer is, "Not really." I have thousands of tubes that vary in color, size, and texture. I start with a cluster of tubes that are of similar ilk and then vary the pattern as one might create variations in composing a flower garden. Even though assembling the piece is a long and arduous process (takes about 60 hours), I enjoy 'playing' with the tubes to weave together an undulating tapestry of forms and hues. My hope is that the sea of tendrils creates a sensory experience that stimulates a flood of perceptions and interpretations.