My paintings are an exploration of a subject that is thought-provoking to me. Its origins are often provocative life occurrences. Other times there are visual images or symbols that inspire my work. My paintings are an exploration of a subject that is thought-provoking to me. Its origins are often provocative life occurrences. Other times there are visual images or symbols that inspire my work.
I see a symbol as a shortcut to a more detailed thought pattern that I express in colors and shapes. There is a simplicity of geometric shapes that are relatable to the viewer. These elements, which began as a simple pencil sketch, become the abstracted themes that are the foundation for my contemporary abstract paintings. Once internalized, they begin to materialize as the inception of the work and then I fine tune and edit while painting.
I have conditioned myself to experience my life with an eye to future expressions portrayed in my work. These elements become the abstracted themes that are the foundation for my contemporary abstract paintings I start with a simple pencil sketch. It is a launching pad for me and I work on several canvasses simultaneously. I call upon my vast experience to guide my hand to manipulate color, texture and composition. My technique involves layers of glazing and the integration of a variety of textures.
I love what I do. What inspires and resonates for me is the connection created with the viewer who may or may not experience the work as I do, but seeks their connection by buying one of my works into their lives.