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Artist's Statement:

The structures and shapes found in nature, and the order that exists in apparent chaos, influence my work.

I start my painting by using a small geometric shape; a square, triangle or chevron repeatedly creating a pattern. Sometimes a new structure with it’s own contrasting rhythm appears to float just above the picture plane, mediating the pattern embedded below. At other times I continue to explore the surface of the canvas with this regular shape as a larger form slowly evolves and presents itself.

I explore the aggregate structure by continuing to use the same small unit, becoming more aware of the tone and temperature of the marks I make. The larger form recedes or advances, sways or bends on the picture plane. The resultant saturated color creates space and form that play off of one another and bounce off the surface of the canvas.

The patterns in I find in nature that inspire me are the aerial views of the Earth, with it’s visible layered systems both natural and manmade, honeycombs of bees, facetted crystals, and rafts of bubbles. I see the results of microscopic principles in the development of large forms. My paintings are about the relationship between the microcosm and the macrocosm.

I seek to establish a kind of presence, rich color and seductive surface. It is very inspirational to discover the new possibilities in paint, surface and color as a way to explore and value the universe.