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​Artist Statement

 

Painting is a way of visualizing what I am thinking about or responding to daily. For me, it is an intellectual, psychological, and spiritual pursuit.
 
Oil is my favored medium because of its long-lasting working qualities and plasticity. My palette reflects a preference for muted blues, pinks,  greens, and oranges. My brushstroke is primarily planar and gestural, which is to say it is similar to handwriting in leaving behind a wake of various widths and emotional suggestions. It has been described as having intensity. While not intentional, it seems to be an inherent quality in how I paint and eventually influences the look and character of the painting. The experimental aspect of painting  (e.g., the economy of brushstroke, viscosity of the paint, and speed of application) interests me and contributes to the content. Because of this, my work may acquire a dual identity, often a formal physical look and an additional psychological meaning.
 
The challenges and decision-making that come with painting captivate me.  Curiosity and a need to explore are at the heart of my practice.
 

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