About my work
As an artist, I seek ways to connect with
my intuitive self. The images I present on this website
all come out of the creative energy
of the subconscious. I think of it as an "underground
river," the place where all dreams begin.
To look into that river, I place a layer of powdered graphite
or pastel onto blank paper. I spread and smooth the material
until I start to see an image emerge. I use my pastels and
pencils to darken areas and to bring out lines. I keep working
at it until the inner vision is visible to the eye, and if
the image stays in my mind long enough, I will develop it into
a large painting. Though now clearly seen, the forms remain
as enigmatic as a dream. Yet like a dream, they can speak to
truths beyond words.
In sharing these visions, I hope to create that sense of emotional
recognition in others. And I hope that these paintings inspire
you to look into the swirling waters of your own deep river. |
