I make sense of chaos and order in nature and my life. I’m interested in the intersection of the two; the ever-shifting boundaries. Influenced by the gritty, dirty and unpredictable aspects of life, I find beauty in unexpected places. The Aftermath series is my response to the impact of the winter storms that ripped through California in 2023 leaving behind a tangled mess of fallen trees and more. (Art enriches our lives whether at home or office setting so please enjoy a few artworks in a typical situation.)
(not) on a roll:
You might recall my mention in a newsletter a year ago about acquiring a sizable roll (60” x 180”) of Canson 140 lb. watercolor paper. Originally meant for use during my artist residency, it ended up back in my studio due to a lack of wall space. Eventually, I had the roll cut into 14.5” x 14.5” squares (or tiles). This year, my challenge is to produce one small painting each week, prompting me to reflect on my studio habits. Let’s see how it rolls.
life in the round:
My circle artwork expresses my joys, frustrations, unspoken rules for engagement and philosophical inquiries. It’s a nod to the cyclical and interconnected nature of life, emphasizing that every moment, mood, or incident is part of an ongoing, ever-evolving story. This work explores the idea that life is a continuous loop of experiences, emotions, and reflections, each highlighting the beauty and complexity of the human journey.
drawings:
There’s freedom and play when I create these drawings. Nothing is too important or valuable in a drawing. Often they are used as a point of entry or springboard for a larger work on a panel board. drawings:
