I transform vistas, figures, abstractions and still lifes by using spatial differentiations. My color-saturated paintings resonate with immediate
emotional impact to convey an opulent stained-glass effect on canvas of mosaic-like patterns and light.
I gather patterns found in nature water currents, geological forms such as stones, shells, skies, forests, flowers. I’ll see a sunset streaming with rich colors. Or, I will be struck by luscious floral arrangements in huge pots. Gorgeous color combinations form the beginnings of my work. I begin by mixing matte mediums with different paint colors. I never know what hues will emerge. That is my joy to see the unexpected unfold. Beautiful tints manifest that I never would have gotten out of a paint tube. I create very spontaneously. When the paints are laid out, I integrate them together. While a canvas is sopping wet, I quickly apply a sheet of paper to the surface and carefully press it down. With great care, I lift the paper off the surface. Or, Ill leave the paper on the canvas if I like the veil-like effect. Often, I sketch a composition on to the canvas, particularly tree scenes and landscapes since they are more detailed. Then I meticulously cut and tear fabrics and papers to fill in the composition along with metallic paints. If a painting radiates movement and energy, then I know it is finished.
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