incandescent candor     plaster,, branches, found metal object

artist statement

Branching or veinlike patterns have been prevalent in my work ever since I began drawing in the dirt with a stick as a child. As I continue my search for inspiration in the world around me, I find a recurring theme of these same branching patterns in many of the things I am drawn to visually. This is often reflected in my work.

My work is non-objective, but incorporates recognizable objective elements such as tree branches, vines, dirt, concrete fragments and cactus spines. My non-exclusive use of media, which also includes found objects, gives my work a broad variety of texture— from heavily tactile to smooth and glassy surfaces; shape—from circular to rectangular; and support— from wood, to metal, to canvas.

I base my work around explorations that merge the traditional and the unfamiliar in terms of materials, shapes and working methods. This strategy opens up many opportunities to discover new ways of combining opposing materials, obtaining unforeseen knowledge and acquiring new skills which routinely influence future work. I often work on a grand scale with the objective of producing objects which feel visually and physically dangerous. Most of all, I relish seeing an original object evolve beneath my hands as I intuitively proceed, and am delighted by the unexpected circumstances I encounter and build on in the process of using innovative materials to create my work.

I am passionate about creating art and relentless in my studio investigations. I internalize the visual stimulation collected from visiting art museums, exhibitions, openings, performances, readings and everyday life. I draw upon and respond to this visual stimulation in a non-imitative way and trust myself to transform what I gather through constant artistic explorations into my personal vision.