Artist Statement



"Painting is a study of our existence, spirit, and environment, derived from experiences in life. I choose objects that evoke childhood memories, create situations of atmospheric mystery, and bring visual interest through interaction. I’m intrigued by subtle shifts in value and color; yet seek a personal interpretation of the objects rather than a replication. Personality is revealed through the process of painting. Abstract remnants from my process remain visible in the final product. The hand must obey the spirit. "

September 21, 2008

"Potato bread" 
oil on canvas
24 x 24
"rain cluster"
oil on canvas
36 x 48
"green desert with rain"
oil on canvas 
36 x 48
"bushes that look like trees"
oil on canvas
24 x 24
"purple storm"
oil on canvas 
12 x 16
"vanilla sky "
oil on canvas
 28 x 28
"chocolate cake" 
 24 x 30
oil on canvas