Moon Stones

Wax & paper

The Moon Stones series investigates the intersection of cosmic topography and the fragile nature of form. Inspired by the moon’s surface, these sculptures mirror the intricate textures of craters and circular patterns, engaging with lunar landscapes as well as the broader concept of topography—how erosion, impact, and time shape not only the moon but the Earth and all celestial bodies.

Made from paper and bee wax, each piece is carefully crafted to evoke the textures of geological formations. The layers of paper and wax reflect the cyclical nature of destruction and renewal in natural processes. The stark contrast between the delicate paper and the warmth of the wax emphasizes the work’s focus on the fragility and resilience inherent in natural systems.

The Moon Stones series emerged from my research into the moon rocks brought back by astronauts. These rocks became irrefutable proof of humanity’s presence on the moon. However, for me, they symbolize the scars left on the moon’s surface by countless impacts over eons. My curiosity grew: what happened to the objects that crashed onto the moon? What remains of them, beyond the scars they left behind?

While not all works in the series include salt, in some of the sculptures, salt colonies form around and within the paper structures. This natural occurrence reflects the process of erosion and decay, mirroring forces that shape both celestial bodies and organic matter on Earth. Salt, in these instances, serves as a metaphor for the passage of time and the forces that shape and transform all matter, both earthly and celestial.

Moon Stones is an artistic exploration of how forces shape the landscapes of the cosmos, both in the micro and macro sense. Through layers of paper and wax, I reflect on the fragility of natural forces and how these forces leave behind indelible marks on the physical world—on Earth and the moon. The work invites reflection on memory, transformation, and the lasting impact of natural processes that govern the universe.