Biography
I grew up in the North Okanagan and currently reside in Kelowna.
I spent my childhood among nature, living on a spacious corner
lot fitted with gardens, trees, and a workshop; my inspirational
sources. Most referenced of these memories are the moments in
time when I was alone in these environments. I was able to witness
the silent business of life cycles, learning by observation,
experimentation, and contemplation.
I work in acrylic, oil, flatbed scanner photography, and drawing.
My most loyal and current medium is oil.
I studied visual art up to junior high and did not pick it up
again until early adulthood. Self directed and inspired for
nearly a decade, I then enrolled in the diploma program at Okanagan
University College. After two years in the Fine Arts program,
I found myself full of additional tools and concepts that have
continued to inspire my works today.
Artists Statement
My artistic goals involve observing patterns and cycles in the
natural world, both literal and subconscious, and the attempt
to replicate or parallel these observations within the viewing
of my work.
The process of creating art allows me to feel fulfillment through,
mind activation, meditation, and stimulation. I am inspired
by the cycles of seasons; decay, dormancy, and re-growth. My
goals are to raise awareness of these naturally occurring cycles
of death and birth, and to allow the viewer’s attentions to
turn to peace, contentedness, and acceptance.
I feel I understand nature’s terms and conditions. We will all
cycle through various states, and I believe it is essential
for us to think through this concept to enjoy life.
My painting process involves studying and critiquing trial samples
before going ahead with a final series of work. Many subtle
layers of paint and hours of contemplation make up the entirety
of my works. I also use flatbed scanner technology to photograph
found objects provided by the natural world that I proceed to
digitally isolate.
Many people and things have influenced me. Aside from my family,
nature, and silent contemplation, I would list some of my other
inspirations as Hemingway, Picasso, impressionism, and abstract
expressionism.
I am and always will live and be an artist. I do wish to further
my artistic practice by studying such topics as music, general
philosophy, psychology, and the history of religion.
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Summer
Trail
Oil on Canvas
36 X 48 inches |
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Storm
Oil on Canvas
36 X 42 inches |
