My
art is influenced by the varied environment where I live. The proximity to the ocean, wetlands, farmlands, and mountains are
often the inspiration and stepping off point for my work.
i primarily use acrylic, watercolor, and gouache to create
abstract and semi-abstract interpretations of nature and people. Some of my works
are on gesso textured grounds; while others are on archival paper,
canvas, or cradled panel surfaces. For my acrylic and mixed media paintings, I begin by choosing my primary
color scheme and lay down a loosely painted base for subsequent layers of
contrasting and harmonizing colors. Painting in this manner becomes a dance and
an adventure in which the painting takes on a life of its own.
I enjoy
the journey and adventure and I hope others will too when they view my
paintings.
