Artist Statement
As an artist, I create art to symbolize the idea of connection. It could be any kind of connection, platonic, romantic, the connection between you and your dog, technology, family, anything. Art gives me a space to explore the relationship between humans and their environments. Through colorful, dramatic oil paintings I help the viewer connect themselves within my pieces. I hope that my work will encourage everyone from all walks of life to rethink how they interact with the world and the connections they have created on their own.
My creative process is fueled by intuition and strong emotional connection. I mainly work with oils because their fluid texture allows me to blend colors seamlessly and bring more depth to my pieces. I gravitate towards unique canvases because of their resemblance to the idea of a memory window. My references come from either photographs from my mom of when I was younger or lost memories I have had in the back of my mind. Rather than painting with glazing on top of a monochromatic background, I favor direct painting techniques because they let me work quickly and stretch the vibrancy of my colors.
Right now, my work revolves around the complex relationships I have made. I use vibrant colors alongside monochromatic contrasts to create a sense of both wonder and questioning. Each piece is a reflection of my own personal experiences, but I hope that they resonate with others, to evoke emotions that feel both personal and universal. Through my art I want to preserve the moments that have shaped me and the way I have grown, to invite others to find pieces of their own stories within mine.
