5106 159th PL SW Edmonds, WA 98026 425.582.8409
My work is dedicated to explorations in metaphysics and physics. I utilize the human figure metaphorically and often imbed symbolism within patterns. I also imbed expressions in under painting layers, sculptural form and surface treatments, such as patinas. Thematically, platonic solids and string theory are not strangers within my work. I utilize basic universal forms, archetypal images, ancient and contemporary symbolism as means to transcend perceived restrictions of physical existence.
In my work, a duality of contradictory forces are always at play. Thoughtful harmonic division of space, as the anchoring device, and seeming randomness of free movement, right-hemisphere, spatial, intuitive, relational, as the catalyst. I use this interaction of the one with the other, as a method to entice the observer to suspend, at least momentarily, the need to "understand" in the world and succumb to this interrelational dialogue without words.
A free calligraphic line is an important element in my work, symbolizing a natural flow and process, communication, spiritual illumination, and the movement between levels of consciousness. Movement is important. I perceive space as a living organism which is, and is becoming, all at once.
There
is a conceptual evolution to many paintings, each layer representing a complete
concept, each a complete painting. For example,
"Lunar",
which gave birth to
"Nebula".
I feel a finished piece should take on a life, and voice, of it's own. I look and listen for this in the process, after a certain point. It begins as my concept, my voice, my process. But, if it doesn't become capable of free, transformative, interaction with the viewer, it is a one sided dialog. The process necessarily includes "Oh!" moments for both the artist and the viewer.
I sincerely thank you for visiting!
