Statement
My art is about creating a space of hope, expansion, light, and energy through the use of my materials and colors. Most of my work begins with a center and then expands out, or presents some elements connected to it. The center can be interpreted in various ways, such as the sun, light, hope, or an energy system.
I am drawn to inspiration from nature, from the macro to the micro, such as the sacred geometry patterns within a flower, to the energies of galaxies and nebulae.
Another aspect of my work involves creating handmade colors from botanicals, minerals, and various pigments I discover. These can come from various sources, which will make my work more vibrant. In my work, you will find the concept of birth and death, cycles of life (with round canvases or shapes as metaphors for unity and nature’s cycles), and patterns found in nature for energy, growth, chaos, and order.
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I combine free-flow brushstrokes with these patterns. This can be considered a dance from nature and an interconnecting element in any organic and unified system, such as roots, branches, nervous systems, nebulae, and more.
Process
My handmade colors and inks are derived from earth minerals, fresh or dried flowers, plants, spices, earth stones, and various pigments. (I have a small dye garden from which some of them originate). These are an essential aspect of my creative process; they aren't just mediums, but are inherent to the places and times. Furthermore, they produce different colors in response to various factors, including weather, soil, and location. Since they are specific to the moment, time, and environment in which they were created, they are unique and can never be replicated.
I follow the old masters and indigenous artists' recipes to create archival colors. I have also developed a system of preservation by layering mineral and botanical inks in a unique way, which makes new shades and increases conservation. To achieve confidence in their durability, I cover them with UV protection materials, UV museum glass, and cold wax if needed.
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