As a mixed media artist, my desire is to create a colorful, nuanced layering of natural elements that contrast so that each piece can be interpreted in many ways. Inspiration is often whatever catches my eye – the sun streaming through trees, the brilliant red of a cardinal, the movement and shape of clouds, and the numerous shapes and textures surrounding us in daily life. I use ripped layers of paper to reveal other layers that contain bits of color, texture, or hidden messages.
I include messages of inspiration in my work. I believe words hold power, which is why each piece contains an inspirational saying or poem – sometimes exposed, sometimes hidden – always in service to creating positive feelings in the viewer and putting positivity into our world. Adding a touch of sparkle and shine to my pieces will hopefully uplift a viewer’s mood.