As an artist, my work is an exploration of nature, infused with the understated resonance of the wabi-sabi aesthetic. Rooted in Japanese philosophy, this sensibility finds beauty in impermanence - celebrating the humble, weathered, and imperfect aspects of the world around us. Wabi-sabi, with its emphasis on modesty and quiet authenticity, inspires me to reflect on the simple beauty inherent in the transient: the ephemeral quality of autumn leaves, the delicate blossoms of cherry trees, and the cracks left behind by weather and time.
In my mixed-media paintings, I weave the essence of wabi-sabi into my compositions, revealing the simple beauty found in the natural world. The conscious effort to honor the mundane and incidental is a fundamental aspect of my artistic philosophy. I embrace the organic shapes, textures, and colors of materials that come from the earth, each imbued with the patina of age. Integrating these natural elements with pigments and pastes, I aim to highlight their innate and quiet beauty.
My art is a call to awareness, an invitation to contemplate the subtle interplay between nature and human presence. Each piece explores the fragile connections that bind us to nature, prompting viewers to reflect on the weight of our influence on the world around us. For me, painting is a dynamic and intuitive process—an ongoing investigation of abstraction where spirituality, zen sensibility, and the earth’s natural materials converge.
I hold a degree in Comparative Arts from Washington University in St. Louis. Following a career as an executive director in the non-profit sector, I returned to my artistic practice in 2012. Since then, my work has been featured in over sixty museum exhibitions and numerous solo and invitational shows in museums, galleries, and art centers throughout the US.