What is your inspiration?
Most of my inspiration comes from being in nature. Whether it is from summers at the ocean or from walking in the woods or simply staring out my window I will find inspiration. Anytime that I am able to find a tranquil moment in our busy world, I'm able to find something to explore. Sometimes it is simply a branch in the wind or hay with snow on it that sets my mind in motion.
When did you start creating art?
I started creating art when I was 4, I was constantly drawing. My parents saw my talent and allowed me to explore many different art materials including my father's soft pastel set. My entire childhood I was able and encouraged to pursue whatever creative interest I had, even wood carving. This curiosity of materials has served me well in my pursuit in creating the technique I use for my collages.
What makes your art unique?
Using handmade papers sourced from around the world, I create bold strokes of color. These papers allow me to express my view of the world in varied shapes and colors.
When a viewer initially looks at my work they only see the image depicted; on closer look it draws them into the torn papers that creates the image. The image changes each time it's viewed.
Tell us what you’re currently working on. What inspired this latest project or series?
As seen in other work, I really enjoy starlings. While I've done work of the birds sitting on branches I haven't done any birds flying in quite a while. I wanted to see if I could capture the feel of their iridescent feathers in collage. While it is open to interpretation, I have three birds flying in front of a colorful sky in the early evening. The first one should be ready for framing next week. Then I will start on smaller pieces.