New Relic

necklace inspired by the fixed round shape observed in various African adornments. kanekalon braided around two metal hoops with gold cord, chain, and rhinestone accents.

 
 

Crown

braided crown inspired by Beyoncé’s “Black Is King” and the lipombo skull elongation practices of the Mangbetu tribe of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. kanekalon braid adhered to poster board with amethyst accent.

 
 

Tiny Book

small hardcover book with Hungarian map fold pages. ribbon tie book closure. the left is the book fully opened and the right is the book completely closed.