"My purpose is to create. It is my stillness and rhythm, my teacher and passion.
I start with fragments of ideas and work intuitively, not clinging to a preconceived outcome or a completed concept. Open to adding seemingly random components that speak to me, as the piece evolves, I witness it shape into something that often astonishes even myself.
Texture, colour, and mixed media bring the image into our physical space, creating an interactive and sensory experience. I believe that art can be an intimate rendezvous. My intent is to reveal a symbiotic relationship between artist, muse and viewer.
While holding true to anatomy and light source, I step out of the way and allow the figures and faces to take on their own shape. When the piece is complete, the woman reflected back at me is unfamiliar, but somehow a part of me. Through this process, I am constantly learning of myself. To have others share their own interpretation and connection with my work, is more than I could ever imagine, and the piece takes on a whole new depth, constantly evolving.
I wish to portray spiritual essence in physical and realistic form. The paint shapes the light and shadow of our human beauty, our ancient divinity, and our sublime imperfection..."