Beginnings
There was a time in my life when I could not find the words to describe the depth of the emotions I was feeling. In 2019, I took a trip that transformed me into the artist I am today, an artist who paints with pure emotion. As you get the chance to look at my art, please know that every piece comes from my story, and this is how I make sense of the world around me. All of these pieces are made with sweat and love!
But where do my inspirations specifically come from? My art can be very abstract with a symphony of colors and textures, and this makes it up to open interpretation. As in my favorite quote by van Gogh on the home page, my inspiration can come from my dreams, what colors I am relating to that day, and even interesting shapes I see in random organic textures. Like the flow of all of thoughts, these paintings are a mix of them by trying to hone them with something tangible.
The Process
My favorite pieces are definitely the ones I start with no plan, no idea of what I’m going to paint or how I paint it. Somehow, I end up with a piece of art at the end. These types of improvisational artworks really reflect who I was and what I was feeling at that very moment; an authentic emotional and psychological snapshot. There is also a beauty that comes with interpretation. I love how each piece of art I make is an extension of myself, but it can resonate with others and evoke emotions and thoughts I have felt or similar to how I have felt.
When I’m painting, my favorite thing to do is use a variety of mediums in one piece with the use of unconventional tools. Layering watercolor, oil, and acrylic paint adds dimension I could not achieve otherwise, and even a spoon can create texture that a paintbrush or sponge could not replicate!
"Starry Night on the Beach"
My favorite piece is probably a large tapestry I called "Starry Night on the Beach". That tapestry took weeks of blood, sweat and tears during the first major lockdown in 2020. The concept blends my own trademark styles and subject matter, with some of my classic inspiration “Starry Night” by none other than van Gogh. A close second would have to be the abstract lighthouse in acrylic though; drawn in by the explosion of textures and colors, I could look at the detail for hours.
I hope you enjoy these two pieces below!
Horizons
In the future, I hope to expand my knowledge of art techniques and specialties through practice, hard work, and school. I want to bring that joy into my future career in psychology to blend art and health for the benefit of individuals.
Thank you for taking a look at my website, I hope to share beautiful content with you all here that can connect us together. Find out more about me here or take a look at my portfolio here.
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