Happy Vacui

In their basest form, these paintings are a series of choices. I work intuitively, without a plan, bouncing between media, landing on what feels right. While I work, I think of shapes, color theory, light and shadow, objects, play, and composition. With meticulous layering and detail, I explore blends of maximalism, horror vacui, and abstraction. The way I paint vacillates between impulsive play and tightly controlled mark making. My work is time intensive and super focused on layers of saturated colors, patterns, and texture. Tiny details throughout the compositions urge viewers to slow down and hone in their focus for a while. With a saturated palette and a plethora of repurposed materials, I aim to convey impressions of excess, tediousness, and play.