Alicia Hammond: The Human

 
 

Dancing

I have been dancing all my life. Social dancing allows me to connect with people from all walks of life who share a love of movement and fully embrace the present moment, three minutes at a time. Salsa is my favorite dance style for its rich tradition and unique musicality. Did you know there is more than one way to dance salsa? The past few years I have been dedicating my energy to learning a traditional style of salsa - salsa on 2, sometimes called mambo - by joining performance companies:

  • In Lak’ech’s Salsa Zoom Hybrid Team directed by Angelica Medina (2020)

  • Volare Studio’s Audaz Ladies directed by Marianela Calonje Amarante (2021-2022)

Choreographed by Angelica Medina.

Performing mambo, choreographed by Angelica Medina.

Metalsmithing

I have been making jewelry since 2014, when I took classes in metal smithing and casting at the Cal Poly, SLO Craft Center. My skills developed further while working for Kerry Long of Blueberry Jewelry. The alluring flash of moonstones and opals are prominently featured in my minimalist jewelry, reminiscent of a clear, starry night.

Sasha and I, hard at work.

Sasha and I, hard at work.

Sasha

A cat lover all my life, I adopted Sasha in 2019 for companionship. We took to each other quickly, and whether I am working, doing yoga, or dancing, if I am in the house, Sasha is just a few feet away. As a kitten, I trained Sasha to sit on my shoulders. You can often find us like this!