I have always been interested in the spiritual aspects of art and its depiction within the context of the modern individual. In my imagery I render realistic and symbolic compositions of people, usually artists, who are each captured in subtle and quite moments of internal reflection. 

The new series I am working on is called “Glory Series”.  Within this series I explore the ideas, identity, culture and individualism within the context of each artist I depict.  I am inspired and engrossed by each person and their incredible potential to create within their own lives, so I choose to symbolize their portraits with imagery, objects and materials that emphasize this idea of “preciousness”.  I use chalk, paper and gold leaf to carefully construct a likeness of the subject, reinforcing the uniqueness of each individual. 

In another new direction in my work is called “The Knick Knack Series”,  I am adding sculptural elements to my pastel works by placing my pastel drawings into giant wooden shelves modeled after Victorian and antique knick-knack shelves. Throughout much of history it was a common practice for families and individuals to have some form of altar or devotional space within their residence.  I consider the modern counterpart to this as the common knick-knack shelf; holding a varied selection of items; both precious and nostalgic.  The shelves and the items are represented as symbols of experience and identity of the owner.  Within some drawings gold-leaf is layered directly onto the paper and sometimes onto the wooden shelves to create what resembles a gilded altarpiece, creating a form of beatification with each of the individuals I focus on. 

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