Aim

My aim is to celebrate the profound beauty that surrounds us, in a diverse range of materials.

Regardless of season, even the humblest blade of grass, stone, or seashell reveals a breathtaking design that is easy to take for granted. I will never grow weary of the wonder to be found when gazing close-up at an example of organic geometry or even 'chaotic' randomness in nature. I am fascinated by pattern and texture. I am also intrigued by the foundational aspects of composition and how we perceive a piece or work neurologically, psychologically and emotionally. I seek to find the distilled essence—the core—of our experiential relationship with beauty.

My work is a visual celebration of the extraordinary and unpredictable beauty that is just waiting to be discovered today... in the most quiet, overlooked, and seemingly average places.

Philosophy

Spontaneity — ‘Wabi-sabi’ is a Japanese philosophy that accepts the imperfection and transience aspects of life, and my work embraces this ideology through a range of artistic techniques. I delight in the spontaneity that results in allowing the materials—and nature itself—to continue to 'speak' and impart influence during all steps of the creative process. This happens by way of textural, color and form-giving interactions along the way. The works' imperfections are intentionally retained because they arise serendipitously and naturally as an essential part of my creative process.

Change — Change is the only universal constant and as with spontaneity, I embrace it. I enjoy the process of change as it plays out in my various media, and I consider everything to be a work in progress. I also like the challenges associated with implementing change as an integral part of my work as well. For example, the tiled mirrors and panels can provide the option for the viewer to rearrange the tiles at will. This serves to remind us that nothing is permanent.

Time and timelessness — Time is a recurring theme in my life, and the ‘TIME’ series reflects that. Doing something that we love allows us to step outside of linear time. As such, I am forever intrigued by the dynamic relationship between creative intent, imperfection, and the present moment. This triangulation becomes even more fascinating when we zoom out into timelessness. ‘Now’ is only a moment, yet contains all of infinity. I find much inspiration in my continued experience—and learning—of time.

Inspiration

The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance.

— Aristotle