Portfolio
My paintings bridge abstract realism and landscape, drawing inspiration from my deep connection to the natural world and my personal experiences. Focused on California’s coast and nature, my work explores movement through the ocean's energy and the vibrant colors of California's beauty. I strive to create art that invites viewers to pause, reflect, and connect with serenity, offering a meditative stillness that encourages reconnection with their inner landscapes and the beauty of nature. More than just depicting landscapes, my work uses these images as a medium for healing and storytelling, revisiting moments of recovery, strength, and mindfulness.
My work is primarily painted in vertical or square formats on a large scale—an intentional choice to evoke the feeling of looking through a window. This perspective serves as both a metaphor for human life and a way to bring the outside world into intimate spaces. My painterly style, with fluid brushstrokes and seamless color blending, fosters connection and renewal. This approach captures the dynamic energy of the ocean, the serenity of sky and clouds, and the resilience of rugged coastal cliffs, evoking a sense of renewal and introspection in every piece. The ocean’s energy is a transformative force in my work, shaping my artistic choices and infusing each composition with renewal and emotional depth.
Creating these works is a deeply personal process of healing and reflection, reconnecting with cherished memories and the rhythms of the coast. By bridging the raw power of the coast with personal reflection, I create work that inspires a renewed appreciation for the beauty and strength found both in the natural world and within ourselves.
Artist Statement
These paintings are a celebration of California’s diverse landscapes and natural beauty, offering a harmonious blend of abstract realism and emotional storytelling. Through my exploration of horizon lines, cliffsides, bridges, and floral forms, each series is a testament to my connection with the transformative power of nature. This work is deeply rooted in process and symbolism, using California’s iconic features as metaphors for themes like balance, resilience, and growth. My paintings do more than depict—they translate the rhythm, texture, and light of these environments into visual meditations. Each series invites viewers to see familiar landscapes anew, connecting the physicality of nature with the emotional flow of human experience.
