Artist Statement

I am fascinated with our natural world, noticing everything from the serpentine sculpted walls of a slot canyon to golden reflections feathering down a river. I am constantly studying the profusion of colors and textures, and the myriad qualities of light that can transform an ordinary scene into something that resonates within. When I’m drawn to a particular place to paint, I focus on these qualities—the color, the light and atmosphere, as well as the shapes and composition—to express that moment in that place. 

I like experimenting with various materials in my paintings to convey this vibrance in nature. I use sea sponges, a range of textured papers, and occasionally plaster along with acrylic and oil paint. I also enjoy the challenge of plein air pastels, and the endless possibilities of encaustic. Ultimately, whatever the medium, I work to create pieces that speak of the mysteries and forces of nature, of the sublime in nature, and of the deep interconnection we sense when we are out in such places.