Haydee Alonso is a contemporary artist based in Ciudad Juárez and El Paso. Growing up in the border region has greatly influenced her exploration of creative solutions for divided spaces, aiming to facilitate interaction rather than enforce separation. This perspective is evident in her work, where she designs jewelry and objects that function both as separators and connectors between individuals. Alonso views jewelry as an intermediary between selves—an extension of identity where one ends and another begins.

In her multidisciplinary practice, Alonso consistently incorporates the human body, either directly or indirectly. While her works may vary in material and form, they are united by an exploration of the border’s fluidity—how it shifts over time and holds different meanings for different people. The border is not a fixed entity; it represents a dynamic narrative shaped by individual experiences. By centering the body, Alonso bridges her background in jewelry with a broader dialogue on identity, connection, and separation within the borderlands. Each series comprises multiple pieces, allowing for a thorough investigation of these themes. This ongoing inquiry often uncovers new areas of interest, leading to subsequent bodies of work and reflecting Alonso’s continuous quest to forge connections.

Through her practice, Alonso seeks to shift the border narrative from one that highlights negative aspects—such as violence and division—to a more inclusive story that explores fluidity, interconnectivity, and duality in the borderlands.