A square grid arrangement of octagonal faucet handles, creating an 11x11 pattern. The handles are in three colors: yellow (predominant), purple (along the edges and in specific patterns), and red (forming a cross or plus sign in the center). Each handle has a spoked wheel design and a central metal bolt. The handles appear to be made of plastic or painted metal and are photographed against a neutral grey background. The arrangement creates a symmetrical, decorative pattern reminiscent of pixel art or a quilt design. by James K-M

Maximum Vortex

Wall installation, Latex on metal faucet handles, 22″ x 22″, 2023

James first worked with metal faucet handles as a medium in the Big and Little Dippers, shown as floor pieces on tiles in Cuba, at the Havana Biennial.

Big Dipper, 2016 blue spray paint on metal faucet handles, rubber washers, 12″ x 30″ x .75″

Little Dipper, 2016 blue spray paint on metal faucet handles, rubber washers, 12″ x 30″ x .75″