My journey as an artist began with botanical illustration, a practice rooted in precision and careful observation. Over time, my work has evolved to embrace spontaneity, intuition, and the unpredictable nature of the materials I use. What distinguishes my art is the innovative fusion of acrylic pouring with intentional brushwork—a method I developed to create a meaningful interaction between abstract patterns and realistic imagery within the same piece.

This technique is notable because it takes advantage of the fluid dynamics of paint. When different colors with varying densities flow together, they create complex, organic shapes that cannot be fully controlled or duplicated. By welcoming this unpredictability, I create richly layered surfaces that invite close examination. Rather than simply allowing accidental abstraction to form, my process involves deliberately selecting and accentuating shapes, textures, and forms that are already present on the surface. This approach transforms spontaneous effects into purposeful and thoughtful design.

Once these emergent elements are identified and highlighted, I add brushwork that ranges from loose, expressive strokes to precise, detailed realism. This balance between uncontrolled fluid movement and deliberate mark-making is central to my approach. It generates tension and harmony between chaos and order, natural energy and careful observation. This hybrid technique is uncommon and helps my art stand apart by offering viewers an experience where abstraction and representation coexist and enhance each other.

My work is deeply inspired by a respect for the natural world and a commitment to climate awareness. Through vivid colors and dynamic compositions drawn from nature’s complexity, I seek to inspire a stronger connection to and responsibility for the environment. Each piece acts as a catalyst for reflection, bringing the beauty and vulnerability of the planet into intimate, energized spaces.

I find inspiration in nature’s endless inventiveness and the nuanced relationship between humans and their environment. My aim is to capture a fragment of that grandeur, inviting viewers to engage with the work emotionally and intellectually.

In 2016, I was honored to receive the grand prize at a national multimedia gallery exhibition in Berkeley, California, which was inspired by Pope Francis’s call to action on climate change. This recognition of my work reinforced my belief in the dynamic power of combining visual art with other forms like music and poetry to create immersive, meaningful experiences.

Ultimately, each piece I create is a careful balance of chance and intention, abstraction and realism, spontaneity and control. For me, this process is more than making art—it is a deeply fulfilling exploration, a dynamic and exciting journey of discovery.