I am constantly inspired by the dynamic complexity of nature, and my work is an emotional exploration of the harmony and dissonance we feel in our world. The paintings themselves take on a meditative quality, reflecting the rhythm found both in nature and in humanity. They contain the tension and the relief that humans feel in their limited attempts to create order out of chaos. In life, as in nature, the two coexist as opposites that complete each other. Each piece contains its own narrative, but two are often painted at the same time and may interact to foster further discussion on the theme.

The process is time intensive, involving a succession of adding and subtracting layers. I leave remnants of my internal language embedded in the surface, infusing the final piece with human observation and emotional memories of my time in nature. I sometimes prefer working with a very limited palette, harnessing the energy of the materials and letting texture take precedence over color. The contrast between the gloss of the paint and the matte of the wax directs the light over the surface, luminous and contemplative, encouraging the viewer to take their time. The large scale of the work is purposeful because I like to inhabit the paintings as I create them. I invite the viewer to inhabit them too. Making them is a very physical exercise that I enjoy, and the rhythm I feel as I work eventually builds to an organic whole.

Over time, my work has progressed from the more external representation of my observations in nature to the essence of them. Lately, I find myself again intrigued by the buoyancy of emotion that is created by working with color. My new series of abstract landscapes reflects this energy of excitement and hope.