Kelsey goes beyond the conventional uses of sugar. She grows, manipulates, and builds with its crystalline structures, ranging from delicate sanding sugar to the striking formations of rock candy. Each piece she creates is a unique exploration into possibilities that sugar offers, and the surprises it unveils along the way. Her personal connection to sugar is deeply rooted in her life. She's lived with Type 1 Diabetes for over two decades, a condition that requires a vigilant balance between the necessity of sugar for energy and the potential complications it can bring. This duality has fueled her artistic inspiration, turning her work into a therapeutic journey. It allows her to forge meaningful connections with both the medium itself and the experiences that come with managing diabetes.