House of Cards

These porcelain works reflect the vulnerability both of individuals facing deportation, and of our system of democracy. They feature overglaze decals of "Print Your Own Red Cards" (tarjetas rojas), available free online in 16 languages to help individuals assert their legal rights and defend against constitutional violations during encounters with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The reverse sides of each card display a black-and-white U.S. flag, symbolizing protest against the administration and disillusionment with the nation's promises of justice and equality.

The current state of the country is a house of cards, where the constant threat of deportation—leaving countless lives hanging in the balance—is just one of many reckless actions shaking the foundation of our democracy, making it fragile, unsteady, and one crisis away from collapse.