Artist's Statement
I am a contemporary painter working in oils and my work is an expressive interpretation of what I observe. I draw inspiration from nature, particularly the landscape found here in New England, and various points I've traveled throughout the world. Something as simple as a branch reaching out over a pond, the swirl of water washing over rocks in the stream, a sprig of grass, or a change in the weather may catch my attention. The convergence of color and mood in a particular environment help to shape my work.
Once I begin, I become absorbed in the process of painting. I will lay down a stroke with a brush, palette knife or other painting tool, and let that stroke lead to the next. Sometimes I wipe off what I have done and make new marks. It is an exciting and intense process. Make a mark and decide. Choose a color and decide. Color and mark making are key in expressing my creativity.
As the painting continues to emerge, I am engaged and continue to respond to it. It is an interactive process. I continue to challenge myself by pushing further into abstraction. It is a process which often involves going into uncharted territory, the path unclear. This unexpected and dynamic process is what keeps me fascinated and engaged.