Artist
Current
Dover, New Hampshire, United States
Aplomb Gallery Mission: Figurative paintings of the Renaissance period were reserved for the rich and powerful, with carefully selected attire to highlight their prominent placement in society. I am highlighting a different type of power, that which lies in individuals who have overcome challenges, painted in outfits that showcase their strength.Face Mask Series: My paintings focus on the act of wearing a face mask; a small piece of fabric connecting the world, strengthening our fight against an invisible enemy, but at the same time making us feel different. I want to emphasize the opportunity for self expression, strength and unity that a face mask can represent. Incorporating symbols of strength in the copper patina background and amplifying the vibrant oil details of my subjects, I want to highlight the role we can all embrace in combating this world crisis together.Previous work: With oil paint and textile, I highlight the power that fabric has to dictate our personalities in an instant. By incorporating an unexpected element of cloth, I am calling attention to the ability of a specific article to define my subject’s identity. In each painting, I experiment with the transition between paint and fabric, allowing my subjects to transform into the characters I create. I like for viewers to relate to the detail in my realism, and then allow the distraction of material to lead them towards my concept.