Oil/Acrylic/Mixed

My paintings and drawings are an exploration of the many versions of self - and others - through both figurative and abstract methods. The imagery throughout much of the work suggests disguised (and explicit) emotions, desire and contemplation. I use a figurative lens to create a scaffold for working with contrast and color. I work in multiple mediums, including charcoal, oil and mixed media work and I often include collaged photographic textures and other diverse materials that add dimension and serendipity to the work. My recent work is grounded in an interest in darkness offset by light and glimmers of color. I am fascinated with the use of realism contrasted with drawn/painted objects to evoke mystery, complexity and the dilemmas of being alive.