My work combines contemporary abstraction and traditional realism. In creating a piece, I strive to create an immersive experience for the viewer. My intention is for the viewer to interact with my work, trying to make sense of how each element is created, and adding their own meaning.

I draw most of my inspiration from the harmony of organic and geometric shapes found in nature. I am interested in blending opposing mediums and themes in each piece I create: technology vs. nature; traditional vs. unconventional craftsmanship; and time-based vs. non-durational. My goal is to connect with the viewer by involving them in a fleeting moment of narrative through multiple elements. These elements may be connected by theme, but differ in medium. In this installation piece entitled Depth and Decay, I explore my interests in both contemporary art and traditional, old-world craftsmanship by combining film, glass, and metal work. Each medium is tied together by the overarching theme of water.

This piece is a reflection on lost histories and contemporary culture’s media influences. It consists of pre-recorded footage manipulated by analog synthesizers and projected immersively in the space. The centerpiece is a representation of a World War II era dive helmet, through the medium of glass and bronze.