I use what I use to do what I do to get done what I need to get done. Small pieces of paper with water-based materials are utilized with two circles to enter the work and begin a visual conversation. My objects look back at you and ultimately, I place myself and the viewer in that space between action and observation. The act of looking and the role of the artist verse viewer are situations that interest me and motivate my making. Sometimes my work contains images of water, boats, grass, legs and mountains- mainly as symbols of searching, looking, waiting or hoping but in the end, imagery is just comforting. When people recognize things, they feel safe and empowered to make judgements and connections to themselves and their own lives. These pictorial steps, for me, relate to the way I interact with the world around me. I stumble, I stamp, I yell and I whisper, hoping and searching for an experience that can stop me in my tracks.  I hope my work comes across as humble and sincere.

My Sculptures allow for a tinkering I don't get from my paintings. They are connected to the paintings in their humble and makeshift aesthetic as well as including themes of play and exploration. I use windup toys because I enjoy the interactivity that breaks some traditional sculptural rules. The humble status of these cheap toys makes the interaction both casual and fleeting yet meaningfully connected to our pasts. This allows for a playful experience that I think breaks down some barriers that viewers and people in general can create. The objects are again boats and mountains creating a very common and relatable image. I hope my moving mountains provide a moment to witness hope and effort.