As a multidisciplinary artist, I harness the power of abstraction and figuration to craft contemporary pieces that intrigue and captivate. My works are deeply influenced by the historic movements of Cubism and Abstract Expressionism. I have developed a unique form language comprised of 18 stylized shapes, derived from pedestrians’shadows. This lexicon, which I fondly refer to as Biomorphagrams, functions much like the 12 notes of the musical scale, offering a boundless avenue for creative expression. Instead of traditional paint, I work with vintage Chroma Rama paper and dead stock paint swatches. These materials hold a certain nostalgia and rarity, adding depth to my compositions. By meticulously cutting and layering these carefully curated pieces, I achieve intricate, multi-planed artworks where the Biomorphagram’s negative spaces play a pivotal role, casting dynamic shadows that enhance the visual complexity of each composition.
The essence of my subject matter lies within the Biomorphagram language and the unique ways I resolve each piece. My inspiration is drawn from a tapestry of artistic expressions. Past and present visual art, music, poetry, the performing arts, movies, and popular culture all intermingle, fueling my creative endeavors. I delight in referencing these varied sources, “abstractly” speaking, to breathe life into each composition.
What makes my work distinctive is my choice of materials and the origin of my shapes. The vintage Chroma Ramapaper and dead stock paint swatches, pre-painted by machinery, inject a historical and textural richness into my pieces. The 18 stylized shapes that constitute my Biomorphagram alphabet are uniquely mine, a culminationof over 20 years of refinement and evolution. Through these elements, I continue to explore and expand the boundary of contemporary figurative abstraction, inviting viewers to delve into the layered complexity and nostalgic nuances of each work and to create their own visual adventures.