It’s the adventure of painting that moves me to start a new piece.
I begin with inspirations of color, movement and structure, and as the painting progresses, I think more about harmony and composition.
I keep my mind open to playfulness and unpredictability, realizing that more often than not, things that “just happen” are a gift.
My work is experimental and expressive.
I make marks and add shapes. At the same time, I observe what’s actually happening on the surface
I paint, I draw, I reflect on what I see.
Mystery is important.
The unexpected is a bonus.
The challenge is to figure out what’s next.
And when to stop.
Ultimately, I believe that I’ve created a successful painting if it’s unanticipated, and if there’s a good chance that fascination with the painting will last well beyond the viewer’s first interaction.