artist statement
My artistic journey is one of transformation, where the ordinary finds its way into the realm of the extraordinary. As an American multidisciplinary artist, I delve into the worlds of assemblage, mixed media, encaustic, painting, works on paper, and sculpture. My work serves as a testament to the beauty and meaning that can be unearthed from the discarded, the forgotten, and the weathered.
Central to my creative exploration is the incorporation of seemingly "ordinary" materials — rusted metal, wire, once-fired brass shells, distressed wood, paper, burlap fabric, and discarded cardboard. These fragments of life, forgotten remnants of existence, are brought to the forefront of attention, inviting viewers to reimagine their significance. I also venture into the realm of industrial materials, such as concrete and asphalt, weaving them seamlessly into the tapestry of my creations.
My artistic process is a harmonious dance between technique and material, where mastery and innovation converge. The resulting pieces blend the subversive with a reverence for traditional values. Through this marriage of contrasts, I strive to conjure a sense of elegance and assurance as my works undergo transformative journeys of their own.
Within the intricate composition of my creations, the mundane finds transcendence. The old, distressed, and rusted metamorphose into symbolic artifacts, resonating with deeper meaning. Each piece I create holds a story — a narrative that speaks of resilience, change, and the intricate threads that bind the past and the present.
As an artist, I am a storyteller, using materiality and process as my mediums of expression. My works stand as provocative statements on the fluidity of transition and the inevitability of change.
