Susan creates three-dimensional collages to form the body of each lamp. Ordinary household objects reappear in surprising, delightful, and sometimes hilarious ways.

Each lamp has a theme, and every component is significant. Susan may try thousands of different combinations of components, taking parts on and off, before she finds the arrangement that works.

Often, a lamp will grow around a couple of parts that work together. Susan usually works in series, with four to six lamps taking shape simultaneously.  A single object can often be the inspiration for the idea behind a lamp. The themes behind her lamps depend on the objects that she finds.

Susan finds lamp parts by searching junkyards, thrift stores, and yards sales- and even by dumpster diving! Once she has completed the base, she then creates a lampshade uniquely suited to it, using a variety of techniques, including drawing, collaged paper, and fabric.

Each creative decision builds upon the one before it, perfectly orchestrated in accordance with the message that Susan seeks to inspire.