As an abstract painter I create an array of brilliantly vivid and vibrant contemporary paintings. Since I am a self-taught artist I approach creating artwork from an experimental angle.

I often use a wide variety of styles, subject matter and techniques. The earth tone colors that I call “rich and comforting” have a strong presence in my artwork. Through five to six layers of acrylic paint, combinations of warm and cool colors, shapes, and an array of textures including sands, papers, leaves and gels, my paintings result with an esthetic flow. Because I use different methods of paint applications including everything from palette knives, metal rollers, and imprinted plastics, there is little to no brushwork in my creations.


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