Piranha

This three-dimensional piranha emerges from its stitched seams to reveal a silvery, sculpted body punctuated by a vivid red scale pattern. Cut-paper fins and tail boast fine white line-work, while the open maw—with hand-cut teeth—hinges toward the viewer alongside a stark paper eye. Bubble-wrap stamping and layered washes add tactile depth, and the visible thread stitching emphasizes its handcrafted construction. Suspended in space, the piece balances tension and movement, capturing the piranha’s dramatic presence in a dynamic, mixed-media form.