The dance between chaos and control is what I love most about the process of painting. I balance the 'letting go' aspect of my work -- the fearless application of paint to canvas -- with intentional brush strokes and careful editing, to achieve unique compositions. Implied lines, transparent forms, complex colors and textures, are the nuances which convey my voice. I find inspiration from many sources such as the delicate, sculptural husks of Physalis; a light-filled contemporary space; and individuals who are persistently hopeful in times of adversity.

I am an intuitive painter. Tiny slivers of inspiration spark the process, colored pigments are painted on, wiped off, edged in -- each mark informing the ones to follow. This allows the painting to unfold naturally, and in unexpected ways, without a preconceived plan. My compositions -- whether they are bold, architectural arrangements or delicate veils suspended in space -- are influenced by my background in graphic design. The luminous qualities of my work, and the way I handle acrylic paint, are indicative of my years of experience painting in watercolor.

In recent years I shifted from working figuratively to making abstract work. Working without reliance on imagery is more true to the open-ended nature of my process -- not knowing where I will end up and how I will get there. Taking risks, looking at things from a new perspective, working my way through challenges, and seeing my work evolve over time, are some aspects of painting that I find most rewarding.