My work is always driven by a desire to reinterpret the familiar, distorting reality through form, texture, and space. Ultimately, each piece tells a narrative that is at once personal and universal, inviting others to find their own connections within the work.

Rooted in daily realities, my process begins with my own photographs, captured from unique perspectives like a bird’s-eye view to create dynamic and thoughtful compositions. Through careful sketching, I study angles, zoom, and elements to omit, ensuring the structure resonates with the size of the birchwood panel or canvas. Pencil serves as both my foundation and a recurring element in my work, its lines visible beneath and atop layers of transparent oil paint. This subdued palette creates a calm, timeless quality in each piece.

Negative space plays an integral role in my compositions, becoming patterns or forms—such as squares, repeated lines, or flat surfaces—that engage in a dynamic interplay between presence and absence. This approach reflects my perspective on reality, inviting viewers to consider what is seen and what is intentionally omitted.

With over 20 years of artistic practice and formal training at the Glassell School of Art at MFAH, I have explored diverse media including painting, ceramics, printmaking, and encaustic techniques.

Artist Statement