Painting
"Floral Decay" 2023
​Acrylic on Canvas, 16x20"
Floral Decay symbolizes the radial beauty of the dichotomy between death and life. Further, the lack of musculature draws viewers to contemplate the ambiguous identity of the subject.
"Opalescent Bee" 2024
​Acrylic on Canvas, 11x14"
The unexpected texture of the bee creates a whimsical, imaginative experience for the viewer in which the environment does not have to be rooted in reality.
"Camping Adventure" 2021
​Acrylic on Canvas, 11x14"
This expressive palette knife painting combines the serendipitous process of painting with a palette knife, with the spontaneity of camping. Together, this creates an impressionistic, serene scene for viewers.
"Moon Rays" 2024
Acrylic on Canvas Panel, 11x14"
Similarly to "Opalescent Bee," this work reflects on a reimagined landscape in which manta rays reside in the sky. By observing the movement of swimming manta rays, one might image that they could fly in another life.
"Modern Wave" 2019
​Acrylic on Canvas,22x24"
"Modern Wave" is an older piece that strives for simplicity and precision. By breaking the space into simple forms and complementary colors, viewers are invited to focus on the basic forms of art.
"Sparkle Moth" 2022
​Acrylic on Hexagonal Canvas
This acrylic painting was part of a hexagonal series which reflects the 6-legged definition of insects. In this piece, the colorful decor evokes the 1970's through fun and colorful coordination.
"Ford 8N" 2019
Oil on Canvas, 22x28"
This triad series seeks to document human interaction with Nature as well as the potential impact of these interactions. In this instance, nature is taking back the farming equipment after seasons of disuse.
"Perspective Pose" 2029
Oil on Canvas, 22x28"
This triad series seeks to document human interaction with Nature as well as the potential impact of these interactions. This example shows the interaction and balance between the two.
"Midwestern Curiosity" 2019
Oil on Canvas, 22x28"
This triad series seeks to document human interaction with Nature as well as the potential impact of these interactions. This playful example demonstrates how curiosity may strike at any age.