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I have a great passion for color, line,and composition. I believe the most complex emotions can be evoked from the simpliest of forms. My style explores the relationship between colors shapes and structures living within irrational thoughts and emotions. I begin a piece very spontaneously and become more detailed as the composition starts to show itself. The process involves layering. The first layers are the most erratic and freeform, similar to automatic writing. Paint is applied liberally during this time creating thick textures. I sometimes add other elements like gels,pigments and collage in these early layers. I notice different characters and forms in the middle of the process, which I then nurture and allow to develop almost at their own will. There comes a point in every painting when I surrender control over to the work, and it decides the rest of the composition. I derive titles in the same spontaneous fashion that the work is created. They are intended to give the painting an identity and character. My color theory, which seems to be the most immediate aspect of my work to the viewer, is very instinctive and unorthodox. Non objective abstract art is difficult to fathom, and this keeps the viewer interested.and encourage them to explore and tap into his/her own imagination and creativity. As an artist, I am intrigued by this idea. I believe how the viewer interprets the painting becomes the reality for that person. My search to find the best way to express my spirit in my art has been a fun, exciting, and sometimes an exasperating journey. I have never really swallowed the idea of following "the rules". It never seemed to be a creative option. I realized that what I want is to really express my art in my own way. Experimenting and trying new ways has kept me excited and enthusiastic about working as an artist. Knowing my natural tendencies and accepting myself as I am has made all the difference in my search .
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