T o m W a c h s

What Guides Me

I enjoy using implements as extensions of my hand, eyes, mind, and heart. Sometimes tools and materials initiate my process; other times, it's sparked by an image, idea, or the need to materialize a feeling. Diverse inspirations converge in dialogue, guiding my journey as I remain attentive to what serves the building of each new rung on the ladder I'm climbing.

Every moment becomes an opportunity for discovery and invention and I strive for each piece to embody both the tangible and intangible elements that have contributed to its creation. What I ultimately hope resonates with viewers is the physical evidence of my exploration—the visible record of curiosity and wonder.