I am an abstract painter living in Carlsbad, CA. I have traveled widely and lived on three continents, finally finding home in my painting studio. In 2016, I earned a PhD in Neurobiology; and I bring an analytical understanding of randomness and order to the canvas.
I strive to make artwork that’s similarly accessible, beautiful, and intellectually engaging. Painting, for me, is freedom in action. It is a ritual and a window to my soul. As an artist and scientist, I explore the tensions between fluidity and control, intuition and strict methodology, and subtleties and boldness. I layer together media of disparate textures and contrasting colors: Acrylics, texturizing materials, resin, and mark-making tools are my predominant materials. I view my practice as an orchestration of hues, patterns, and stripes, which I blend into harmonious compositions. Repeated elements serve as a kind of mantra, calming the viewer’s mind and generating a sense of joy.