Fall 2025
Solo Art Exhibition at Jewell House
On September 4, 2025 I hosted my first solo art exhibition at the gallery space at Jewell House, located in the Flatiron district of New York. The show was a culmination of work created during an intentional sabbatical, to reconnect with the physical after a prolonged immersion in the digital realm. This project embodied my brand’s ethos of intentional sensory-driven storytelling and reconnection with self and the physical world. Single-handedly conceived and executed, this exhibition was more than an art show, it became an immersive narrative that welcomed over 100 guests to a thoughtful opening reception. From the physical installation and spatial design to curated culinary experiences, every element was designed to communicate a sense of presence and ritual.
This body of work began as a journey inward during a personal sabbatical, a deliberate pause to reconnect with embodied, tactile creation after a prolonged immersion in the digital realm. It is the result of a return to slowness, to nature, and to a search for meaning through making. What emerged was a deep exploration of the interconnectedness of all life, where opposites coexist in dynamic balance: light and dark, internal and external, chaos and order.
A Flower Holds the Universe invites viewers to consider the mirrors that exist between the inner and outer worlds, the micro and the macro, the personal and the cosmic. Working primarily in ink, graphite, gouache, and pencil, I explore the language of flowers not only as symbols of beauty, but as intricate maps of memory, healing, and inner knowing. I use both abstract and symbolic botanical imagery to highlight the elegance and intelligence of natural forms. Florals, in particular, serve as both subject and metaphor: conduits for exploring the cyclical, self-sustaining systems that shape both physical and metaphysical realms.
While my process is rooted in intuition, each piece is guided by a contemplative engagement with its botanical subject — many of which carry historical, medicinal, or cultural significance. The act of drawing and painting becomes a meditative practice, one that allows for both precision and spontaneity, structure and surrender. It is a space where intention meets the unknown.
The works in this exhibition are quiet offerings: a way to honor the interconnectedness of all things and to remind us of the interdependence, resilience, and profound symmetry between the universe within and the world without.
OMIKUJI
A key feature of the show was Omikuji – a custom-designed installation inspired by fortunes traditionally found at Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples in Japan. Resonating deeply with the reciprocity between earthly vessels and spirits, I wanted to recreate a similar interaction between artist and viewer by providing a new unique way to engage with art in a gallery setting. Guests were invited to draw a random fortune with a mini print from the artwork in the show, offering a personal and meaningful keepsake that deepens the individual connection to the work.
PROMOTION & SIGNAGE
Leading up to the opening, I used digital channels to build awareness and anticipation, blending digital storytelling with an offline, tangible experience. All marketing materials, ranging from physical postcard flyers and price sheets to fortune cards and menus, were designed and printed by me, ensuring a cohesive visual identity across both digital and physical touchpoints. By weaving together art, food, design, and tactile interaction, this project told a unified story across channels in a complete, holistic way.
