About the Process
I view the act of creating art as a form of meditation, and I approach my painting practice with a spirit of exploration. Through this process, I am often surprised by what develops. I consider my paintings as subconscious messages to myself, that may resonate on a more universal level.
I typically start with a color, emotion, or technique that I want to delve into. Using water-based mixed media such as pastels, watercolors, acrylic paints, or ink on board, paper, or canvas, I allow my thoughts and images to manifest on the surface, using whatever medium I feel is fitting for that peice. My work is influenced by everything around me, and I believe that as I go through life, all experiences become part of my subconscious, and whatever needs to be expressed will emerge when given the opportunity.