artist's statement

As with many artists, I began painting representational works until gradually the imagery dissolved into more abstract forms. Seeking inspiration and wider understanding of different civilizations I set out over many decades researching and traveling to numerous 'sanctuaries' throughout the world. Painting in and around these sacred sites referencing disparate religions and cultures I found common ground and a sense of peace.

Concurrently, while immersed in forests and oceans, I drew close to nature and observed how the universe creates order out of chaos. My paintings often reflect a similar methodology as I change and paint over works, often ending with something completely foreign to my initial intention. I have found that allowing chance and intuition into my methodology helps me to capture this cacougphany of the diverse influences into my art. As with life, art is a journey. If we remain open, we often arrive at different, yet deeply fulfilling, destinations. My art attempts to convey the essence of this search as well as the need for places of sanctuary found along the way.