artist . illustrator . collaborative designer
Artist Statement
This collection of works entitled “plant on pattern on” represents a joyful, intuitive exploration of vibrant color, nature, and rhythmic patterns inspired by traditional crafts, such as embroidery and beadwork. The work centers on themes of lush houseplants and intricate geometric patterning. These pieces were born from a desire to create a visual journey of the past, present and future spaces we inhabit.
My background began in highly detailed, time-intensive canvases. However, this current body of work embraces a looser, more accessible approach. Using a vibrant blend of acrylics and watercolors on high-quality paper, I create fluid under-paintings that allow color to peek through and breathe. This additive, layered technique mirrors the natural growth of foliage, weaving organic plant forms with structured, hard-lined patterns.
Ultimately, this collection serves as a bridge between my foundation in meticulous, all-consuming paintings and my broader creative ethos. By combining my deep love for houseplants with traditional drawings and paintings, these works highlight the beauty of rhythm, repetition, and color in our surroundings, reflecting my holistic belief that art should be an accessible, therapeutic extension of daily life.
Artist Statement
This collection of works entitled “plant on pattern on” represents a joyful, intuitive exploration of vibrant color, nature, and rhythmic patterns inspired by traditional crafts, such as embroidery and beadwork. The work centers on themes of lush houseplants and intricate geometric patterning. These pieces were born from a desire to create a visual journey of the past, present and future spaces we inhabit.
My background began in highly detailed, time-intensive canvases. However, this current body of work embraces a looser, more accessible approach. Using a vibrant blend of acrylics and watercolors on high-quality paper, I create fluid under-paintings that allow color to peek through and breathe. This additive, layered technique mirrors the natural growth of foliage, weaving organic plant forms with structured, hard-lined patterns.
Ultimately, this collection serves as a bridge between my foundation in meticulous, all-consuming paintings and my broader creative ethos. By combining my deep love for houseplants with traditional drawings and paintings, these works highlight the beauty of rhythm, repetition, and color in our surroundings, reflecting my holistic belief that art should be an accessible, therapeutic extension of daily life.
+ the visions keep coming +
11” x 15” watercolor . acrylic .sakura gelly roll . on cold press watercolor paper . 03152026.240
+ fiesta hibiscus II +
11” x 15” acrylic . watercolor . on cold press watercolor paper . 03042026.234
+ fiesta hibiscus I +
11” x 15” acrylic . watercolor . on cold press watercolor paper . 03022026.233
+ pale comparisons +
12” x 18” . acrylic . watercolor . on cold press watercolor paper . 03172026.235
+ lightning and thunder jade +
12” x 18” . acrylic . watercolor . on cold press watercolor paper . 02212026.231
+ wild croton +
12” x 18” . acrylic . watercolor . on cold press watercolor paper . 03282026.236
+ widow's bird of paradise +
11” x 15” . acrylic . watercolor . on cold press watercolor paper . 03012026.232
+ from the garden +
12” x 18” . acrylic . watercolor . on cold press watercolor paper . 04132026.239
+ peruvian lilies and lenten rose +
( NFS ) 12” x 18” acrylic . watercolor . on cold press watercolor paper . 04242026.237
+ world is yours +
12” x 18” . acrylic . watercolor . on cold press watercolor paper . 05072026.238
+ peach pit +
12.5” x 16.5” Framed . acrylic on cold press watercolor paper . 2021.209
+ arbol de la vida +
13.5” x 19.5” cut paper collage and acrylic on cold press watercolor paper . 2021.211 (+ tree of life +)
+ pottery palm +
17.5” x 14.5” acrylic on black acid free paper, framed . 09262023.227
+ palm shadows "
17.5” x 14.5” acrylic on black acid free paper, framed . 02222024.228
+ prayer plant on pink pattern +
11” x 15” acrylic on cold press watercolor paper . 02122024.241
SOLD
+ plant on pattern on [landscape] +
SOLD, acrylic on cold press watercolor paper, framed
+ solo potted plant I +
SOLD, 2018.146
+ october spooky +
acrylic on cold press watercolor paper . 09142019.170
+ christmas paper whites +
acrylic on cold press watercolor paper . 11302019.206