In contrast to traditional stories of Eve that center on the loss of innocence and submission, I wanted my Eve to be powerful and in control of her outcome, while also giving her a lyrical sensuality. An intense gaze and coiled design were at the heart of this piece as I began to conceive it, focusing on using negative space to create tension. I wanted my sculpture to invite the viewer to question whether Eve is collecting apples for herself, or offering them up to someone else.