ON FOSSILS & ARCHEOLOGY

Some context behind my relationship with archeology, relevant especially to my “We Will Be Fossils Someday” exhibition (Nov 2024).

When I think about fossils, I first think of memories of Mesa Verde with my grandma. In 2003 (I was 10 years old), we spent a week in a yurt at Crow Canyon Archeological Center learning about Pueblo history and indigenous archeology. This trip is one of the best memories I have with my grandma, and there were many. She was always deeply curious about ancient human culture and Native American history.

I love learning about the mysteries of existence, which are intrinsically unsolvable. I find it somehow reassuring to think one day we will be fossils, evidence of life long ago. There is a stillness to the idea that brings forth greater acceptance of impermanence.