My work reflects the world around me - whether it’s the way the light shines on a tree trunk, a root I stumble on, a feature of the human face or hands, or an insect sitting on a rusty nail. I stop and carefully study the subject with my eyes, then paint the image in my mind before transferring it to the surface.
What matters most to me when I create is that my work feels alive, not stagnant or overworked. Often, I start by drawing with a brush or sketching with a soft Derwent pencil on tracing paper. These tools and methods help my work stay in motion, evolving gradually and naturally. By focusing on the whole composition rather than on details, I aim to capture a sense of presence.
I hope to inspire students to see the beauty that surrounds them daily, and be able to create without fear of making mistakes, enjoying the inquiry, and the art process.