In my art practice, I translate my internal landscape and stored perceptions into expressive abstract paintings using acrylic and mixed media on canvas.

My practice is primarily process driven, and it begins even before I step into the studio. As I go about everyday life I collect mental impressions of small moments - the crunch of leaves underfoot, the smell of fresh snow, or the hint of blue sky in a puddle. I am particularly drawn to moments reflecting the seasons and the ever changing quality of light. I then let all those moments percolate in my mind to form organic connections and sometimes unexpected patterns. When I begin a painting I don’t use any specific reference, but instead access those collected impressions to intuitively guide my hand and work. 

My painting method is a balance between very quick, expressive marks and a slower, contemplative pace. I often use unpredictable fluid mediums that create many different opportunities to respond to. I use both large, full body gestures as well as tiny dots and scribbles. And I truly enjoy making a large mess and ending up covered in paint.

I find that I need to let go of the expectation of creating a particular result for the painting to truly come together. This letting go helps me to achieve a state of flow that adds a meditation-like and grounding quality to my practice. Another rewarding aspect is the connection I build between my internal landscape and the tangible world by creating a physical object from my stored perceptions. An object that can then inspire new and unique impressions in others. It can be a wonderful kind of magic.