Artist Statement
My art is about seeking answers to personal conflicts while telling a story of a
chaotic journey. I reflect on everyday moments and my thoughts as I discover ways to
make sense of situations and life. I do this by creating textural, vibrantly colored, and
gestural surfaces that emulate the powerful waters of the seas. I want to reveal an
emotionally driven and process-oriented experience to the viewer. While creating, I do
not maintain full control of the media and let the process become part of the work.
I aggressively layer thick paint, glass, and mixed media. I spontaneously apply
spirals and swirls of vibrant color that undulate and rotate like waves of an ocean. The
spirals and swirls are a recurring motif in my work. These forms are ancient symbols of
evolution, growth, and change and reflect the examination of my life. The colors and
marks represent the turbulent and constant chaos of life
