Upper Big Branch

I've decided to divulge the three pieces included in BOUND one at a time.


Upper Big Branch, 2012, Solarplate print on Unruyu paper, pine, graphite, sewing pins, incandescent light, 18' x 6" x 18"

Upper Big Branch is a memorial for each of the 29 miners killed in the Upper Big Branch Mine disaster, United State's worst mining accident in nearly 40 years.  Nearly two years ago the deadly explosion ripped through Upper Big Branch leaving 29 miners killed in its wake.  We are still unraveling what caused this tragedy, mining executives from Massay Energy are still being charged.  In the midst of all the litigation it is important to remember the individuals and their families that will continue suffering long beyond when the judicial system completes it due process.