My paintings are maps of what I’ve done over time, inward adventures expressing a love of color and fascination with the pigments I use. I began painting at 8 years old and have never stopped. The infinite possibilities of color and seeing what the paints will do draw me to my studio every day.

I visualize each color before mixing and spreading it on the canvas. A color takes on a new life when layered on top of another and juxtaposed to what’s already there. I assume one single color will complete a painting, yet another has to be dreamed up, mixed and applied again, and usually again. The work evolves without a specific plan.

Density of the pigment, scraping away, and drawing into the paint combine to make surface textures. Sharp graphite lines are a contradiction to the organic shapes, creating texture in the dense goo. I make choices consciously, subconsciously, playfully and seriously, skillfully and awkwardly, leaving evident the process of painting.

Shapes and gestures come out intuitively, evoking objects in my environment. They are the essence of the tangible thing. I try to create a sense of elegance with a quirky awkwardness that is open to interpretation.

A painting is complete when nothing is superfluous and nothing needs to be added; a feeling of satisfaction. From a distance it presents a graphic map of color and form. Standing inches away, textures and layers are revealed and the history of my process can be explored.

I am driven by the surprises I find within myself and the arrival at an unexpected conclusion.