Personal Works
Painting is how I cope with and process the world. Since receiving formal art training at Cal State University Long Beach (BFA in Drawing & Painting, 2020), my work uses both figurative and abstract language to question and critically analyze my personal belief system. Figures allow the viewer to connect with and understand psychological elements of a piece. Abstraction captures the emotional core of transcendent thoughts. This dialogue between coherent physical forms and metaphysical expression are elements in how I create paintings.
The layered imagery in my art parallels my process of stratifying thoughts and beliefs. Over time I have developed a language in my work where the luminosity of oil paint relates directly to my personal journey. Placement of color, line, and shape are used symbolically to represent aspects of spirituality. This creates a visual path to guide the viewer through the space. Moving forward, my work will continue exploring states of being and complexities of humanity through introspection and critical analysis.
