ABOUT MY WORK

Graphic, kinetic, layered... this is what makes up my basic style. I do what are considered paintings, but they could also be thought of as flat sculptures in that they have depth, painted sides and a finish unlike most paintings. The evolution has been in complexity. More layering which creates a greater sense of depth. A more balanced image that integrates the various components into a unified piece.

The panels, which I build by hand, have depth, extending the painting surface and allowing the image to continue around the sides. These panels have a certain heft, reminiscent of a slab of stone or a solid block of wood.

The pattern of marks that I use could be considered old - could be modern... typical tribal design with an element of street graffiti. The smooth surface begs to be touched, which I encourage.

My process, which I refer to as ELEMENTAL REDUCTION, is part of a long exploration of shapes, textures, and color that involves sanding away much of the paint. Multiple color coats are repeatedly removed, giving the impression of a work that has aged and of colors long buried.

After a layer of paint is applied and sanded, a coat of clear is applied which both protects the paint and adds depth to the layers. I can now paint over areas that donʼt work and save areas that do... and so it goes with the process being repeated as many times as necessary.

This combination comes together into a piece that invites study, to be viewed in different light, revealing details to be discovered over time.

Like a lot of artists, working on developing a consistent style is always the goal and a challenge. I want to keep a recognizable look from one piece to the next and wrap it together with a type of execution and craftsmanship that I find engaging....and hopefully others will as well.