ARTIST STATEMENT

Over the last few years, I have reevaluated what is important in my life and what truly brings me joy. This has allowed me to regain my love of painting and develop a role as a practicing artist.

I am interested in the use of colour and how it can magnify a piece in many diverse ways. I enjoy using complementary colours, bright neon’s, and dark tones to bring together a subtle balance of visual harmony. Learning to appreciate colour therapy and understanding that the use of certain colour combinations can change your mood and experience, is something I consider when choosing a colour pallet. For myself, vibrancy takes me to a place of fantasy and nostalgia. The pieces I create are representations of memories and imaginative places that evoke calm, peace and happiness.

I have newly discovered a passion for crossover art by combining drawing and painting to create a desired outcome. I use acrylic felts and pens to create detailed outlines of bold colours to give them order and showcase their dimensions within a landscape or subject matter.

Developing new design concepts and techniques has brought meaning and purpose to my life. Many of us suffer from the overwhelming demands this world expects of you. It is important for our well-being to have a brief moment of solitude, a second of meditation, or a breath of fresh air to allow a sense of rejuvenation. Seeing a clear direction into creative freedom has reenergized my soul, leaving only the chatter of imagination and the warmth of fulfillment to accompany me on my journey.