The subject matter matter in my recent work was derived from observations I have during my time on the local bay and gulf waters . Some compositions include objects such as fishing bobbers and channel marker beckons. Other pieces focus on the endless expanse of space and the hypnotic horizon line. I use the marine environment as a springboard for ideas in my paintings. An example could be a lost fishing bobber floating along lost from its owner, or how a bright red color of a channel marker contrast with the teal blue water. This environment to me is loaded with subject matter that touches on man and nature surviving together. Some occurrences that I witness seem to be small Zen like lessons that apply to life in general. I like to compose my paintings around ideas like these. I have always strived to follow my natural instincts with how I work and create art. Learning about myself as a person and applying it in my work in different ways is a challenge and I find interesting. Over years of painting I have developed a set of elements and ways of working that is right for me and I use these elements in all of my work. Color combinations, layering of paint to achieve texture, and my personal way of applying paint in a energetic and repetitious manner are examples of the elements. I feel strongly that it is the layering and combination of these elements and decisions that makes my work personal to me and a honest form of expression. |
