About the Artist
I like both the palette knife and brush. Each element has a certain feel and creates a certain look. With the palette knife, I feel like a sculpture carving something that feels three-dimensional, when in reality it is two-dimensional. With the brush, I am able to add detail or create bold stroke.
Currently I work on panels with a deep cradle. The panels have clean lines and a contemporary feel. The deeper cradle allows the artwork to almost lift off the wall and come into a room.
Color is a strong component of my work. I love to push it a bit and see where it takes me. I am constantly looking around at my world for color compositions. Just seeing what colors go together, and what makes it so appealing, inspires me.
Whether working on a still life or from my own photo images, I am drawn to the simplistic. I focus on a few objects and work to capture the mood. Like all artists, I am fascinated with how light on an object can change the feeling for the viewer.