I am a collector. I work in mixed media using both 'found' and traditional artist's materials. I'm fascinated by unusual juxtaposition of textures, patterns, and colors which help to create surprising visual relationships or connections. I am interested in the correlation of opposites: the contrast in the relationship between structure and chaos. As a real junk addict, I find usable ephemera in a wide variety of sources, and go on regular expeditions in search of the raw material for my artwork. I work in two distinct formats: 2-D pieces on paper or board,...more