About Me

When I work at my easel I realize that this act is a form of communication with others (prospective viewers) as well as a dialog with between me and my inner self.  I begin a piece by knowing what the subject matter will be, and eagerly wait to see what I am going to reveal about it.  Often I think I have a clear direction to take, then find myself making twists and turns that I did not anticipate. I know a piece is done when there is nothing more to say and I am filled with a sense of discovery.

My favorite subjects are nudes and my favorite medium is oil paints.  I enjoy mixing the colors, love the texture and even like the way they smell.  For other subjects, I work spontaneously and don’t plan details, rarely pre-draw a composition  and usually paint on large canvases with a palette knife.  Currently I am working on a new body of work that includes “larger than life” food and floral subjects  in bold splashy colors.

I  have also been drawn to painting whimsical skeletons that bear some resemblance to the “Dia de Los Muertos” celebration.  They started out with commissioned works and I continue to create my own ideas calling them “Skeletons Celebrating Life”.  For this body of work I use acrylics, because I want crisp lines and would not want to work “Wet in Wet” as I often do with oils.

I would have to say that my style and techniques have been influenced by the impressionists.  I particularly like Paul Cezanne.  He was absolutely eloquent in his ability to create a painting without strict regard to proportion and perspective  while keeping it believable.  When someone views my art I don’t want them to analyze the rendering of the composition.  I am hopeful that they are sharing my vision, and can find their own personal connection with the piece.

Gallery Representation:

 

On-Line Galleries

 

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