I strive to make exquisite paintings, but am also interested in the whole story that an image can tell. Most importantly, there exists a beautiful work of art; but upon closer inspection, the imagery often reveals a surprising and occasionally candid or frank message in the guise of something far more tame. The paintings are frequently inspired by the unconventional and can be highly narrative, even fable like. My work is sprinkled with references to pop culture but is in no way an homage to pop. I am a student of pop culture and I admire unusual people who had the courage...more
