I am drawn to vivid colors and dynamic rhythms. Through my art I explore compassion, boldness, and inspiration. My hope is that the viewers will feel those soul qualities stirred within their hearts. I love to use the element of surprise. I like to keep the viewers searching for more half-hidden words and small objects embedded in some of my paintings. I use acrylic paint as well as pastels, charcoal pencils, found items, torn paper, shards of CD's, and bits of metal. Some of my influences have been Peter Max, Jackson Pollock, and Walasse...more