Artist’s Statement
My work is a vivid exploration of nature’s energy, capturing the essence of landscapes through layered textures and vibrant colors. Primarily using acrylic and oil paints on surfaces like canvas and panel, I build each composition with a tactile quality that brings depth and vitality. Inspired by the sweeping scenes of the Midwest and Southwest, my art reflects the rugged beauty of rural life and the animals that inhabit it.
Color plays a pivotal role in my process; I lean into rich reds, deep blues, and bright greens to evoke the warmth and dynamism of the natural world. I use modern methods and unconventional tools to make unique marks, adding layers of interest and texture that bring unexpected details to the work.
I strive to evoke a visceral connection to the outdoors, inviting viewers to find beauty in the ordinary and a renewed bond with nature. Influenced by artists like Vincent van Gogh and Anselm Kiefer, I blend emotional depth with bold composition to create pieces that feel both expansive and intimate, inviting personal reflection on the timeless beauty of the landscapes we often overlook.
My work is a vivid exploration of nature’s energy, capturing the essence of landscapes through layered textures and vibrant colors. Primarily using acrylic and oil paints on surfaces like canvas and panel, I build each composition with a tactile quality that brings depth and vitality. Inspired by the sweeping scenes of the Midwest and Southwest, my art reflects the rugged beauty of rural life and the animals that inhabit it.
Color plays a pivotal role in my process; I lean into rich reds, deep blues, and bright greens to evoke the warmth and dynamism of the natural world. I use modern methods and unconventional tools to make unique marks, adding layers of interest and texture that bring unexpected details to the work.
I strive to evoke a visceral connection to the outdoors, inviting viewers to find beauty in the ordinary and a renewed bond with nature. Influenced by artists like Vincent van Gogh and Anselm Kiefer, I blend emotional depth with bold composition to create pieces that feel both expansive and intimate, inviting personal reflection on the timeless beauty of the landscapes we often overlook.