My Art is figurative, invoked by a memory, impression, observation, or sudden insight into human character. I am inspired by the beauty I see in a subject: its physical reality, underlying nature, and context. Though I want to remain realistic in my work, I believe in manipulating the figure and the composition, to create ambuguities that enhance visual beauty, emotional impact, and intellectual stimulation. I compose carefully, work thoughtfully with line and color, yet, I keep my painting free and instinctive, as in a quick sketch. This leaves room for the subconscious, of...more
