My work is a blend of careful planning and unpredictable interruptions. For me this is an apt metaphor for life. As much as each of us tries to script our lives there are often “curve balls” that take us by surprise. This concept is incorporated into visual representations which consist of multiple layers of painted shapes, empty spaces and a variety of marks to create a lush and deep surface. I am intrigued by the process of using accidents which morph into something more important. I want to lose myself in the world of creating as I jump, glide, and saunter around the surface and beyond.
My love of color has always been a driving force in my work. I continue to pursue this love and create places of pure joy and exuberant aesthetic relationships. This applies whether I am using acrylic paint or soft chalk pastels. The dialogue between seemingly random gestures, textures, and shapes provide a visual adventure. My process is dynamic and “in the moment”; a conversation with the piece. I believe that the journey is as important as the destination.
