Solo Exhibitions
2006 Minc Lounge, Dallas, Texas
2004 Cafe Izmir, Dallas, Texas
2002 Cirrus, Zubar, Dallas, Texas
2002 Epherah, Sol Y Luna, Fort Worth, Texas
Group Exhibitions
2005 Art Bar, Dallas, Texas
1999 Annual University of North Texas Fine Arts Competition,
Denton, Texas
1999 Annual Voertman’s Student Fine Arts Competition,
Denton, Texas
2002 3225 Turtle Creek, Dallas, Texas
2002 Chapter 1, Firestone, Fort Worth, Texas
Education
1999 Bachelor of Fine Arts
University of North Texas, Denton, Texas
Awards
1998 Jean Andrews Fine Arts Scholarship,
University of North Texas
Artist's statement
My artwork employs a wide array of subject matter and visual inspiration. Most visual reference is derived from nature and the wider universe around us (atmospheric/oceanic/geologic/biological phenomena, etc). Also utilized are references to nature as technologically modified by humanity, such as forged, metal alloy and cut/polished stone. Lastly are elements reflective of more developed human design, such as biofeedback wavelength patterns, mapped constellation plots, and anatomical and architectural diagramming, and other artists/artwork. I focus on merging various visual aspects of this wide range of influences as fluidly as possible. Substantial, tangible imagery is clearly recognized by the viewer, but specific identification of the imagery remains subjective to the viewer’s perspective.
Part of my conceptual expression emerges from the utilization of various features of global, ethnic artwork. Artistic resources include those ascribed as having a powerful religious or spiritual meaning or function. This material envelops a wide spectrum of subject matter, ranging from individual, ceremonial objects of traditional, small-scale societies (i.e., Siberian shamanic reliquary) to massive, monumental and/or religious architecture characteristic of highly centralized, agricultural nation-states (i.e., Chartres Cathedral).
Additionally, the twin archetypes of both the hero and the muse, as historically and currently evident in global human culture, are crucial in the creation of my artwork. They provide the primary emotional catalyst and energy necessary for my creative process.
Finally, conceptual expression also emerges from a basic drive to develop and project complex, patterned abstract imagery with an expressly positive, lyrical character.
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