bIO

I worked many years as a finely detailed digital illustrator, contracting with agencies, product manufacturers and many different clients, always looking for a way to make beautiful art that affects our daily lives.

This idea of permanence and experience gave my work a deeper purpose, to transform whole places, to fill people spaces with thoughtful, inspiring, lasting works of art.

I have created many large-scale works of art, public art for museums, schools, and businesses and have produced live art murals for major industry conferences and special events.

I understand that all art projects take a level of design and implementation that I enjoy embracing. I have been working as a professional artist for 15+ years and understand the process of creative development, collaboration and meeting deadlines in a professional manner. I enjoy working diligently to create a special piece of art that gives each viewer a sense of pride and ownership in their community. It is an honor and privilege to make a beautiful piece of art and use my artistic abilities to create positive, memorable experiences for others. 

STUDIO

I am based in Chicago, maintaining a studio in the Glenwood Avenue Arts District in the Rogers Park Neighborhood. My exterior surroundings are layered with murals, graffiti, a sculpture garden and lots of local small business.

Paints, portfolios, pens, paper, art supplies, art books, sunlight, color and trinkets fill my space and mind with energy and creativity.

I love being surrounded by small bits of imagery that really inspire me, mainly artifacts I've found or sketched. I created an inspiration wall that speaks to me when I am leaning back, looking away from the computer screen, and pondering thoughts and ideas.

Art, People and Space, my favorite combination for work and play.

ARTIST STATEMENT

Exploring rhythms and patterns of human experience through the art process, my work offers viewers the chance to become aware of unity as an organic, living whole. I often use biomorphic forms, naturally occurring patterns and shapes reminiscent of living organisms as a means of creating dialogues that spark transformation. I have always been interested in heightened visual experiences where vibrant colors interact with meticulously, embellished worlds.

The intent of the ideologies and experimentations of the Pattern and Decoration Movement of the 1970’s was to widen the art field by incorporating visuals that were traditionally labeled feminine, domestic, decorative, pattern, or primitive. Most of these artistic traditions are connected to mythical stories and spiritual meanings, enriching the culture and objects of every day life. I am inspired by the universal imagery that connects us to people and places of the past and present. Used throughout history, patterns are the most social and global of all art forms. I intentionally combine symbolic, abstract, organic, and geometric patterns to create an inclusive, multicultural, harmonious effect.

My main interest as an artist is in creating “pleasure through visual complexity.” My colorful agglomerations are a visual echo of the adversity and optimism in the human experience. I choose imagery that speaks of growth, transformation and vitality in life. The finished compositions combine nature symbology with elaborate line work, layers, textures, patterns and colors. My hope is to share a brief moment of awe and joy with those who experience the work, causing them to smile. I believe this is one of the most powerful responses to creativity and enhances our daily lives beyond measure.