Artist Statement
I am fascinated with the world from above; from the sky each corner of our world is unique. The land shifts and morphs as a result of agriculture, natural forces, and the effects of mankind, resulting in sad but beautiful places. Sometimes change occurs as a result of years of action, other times it is sudden and without warning. My interests lie where the change is most dramatic: salt flats, suburban spread, deforestation, and agriculture. I hope that people take away from my work that there is an unrecognized beauty in every detail of the land. Although our situation is dire, there remains wonder in the healing power of nature and an opportunity for rebirth and rejuvenation. I hope that my work inspires others to explore the world from a new vantage point, find beauty in what they see, and strive to protect it.
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Happenings & Press
Current Public Work:
MTD's Art in Transit, Bus Shelter, Urbana Free Library
Murals on Glass, South Farm No. 9, Phillips Recreation Center, Urbana, IL
Champaign City Building Council Chambers, Featured Artist
Furniture Lounge, Alley Mural
Lodgic Everyday Kitchen, Curtains & Workspace Area
MTD's Art in Transit, Bus Shelter, Urbana Free Library
Murals on Glass, South Farm No. 9, Phillips Recreation Center, Urbana, IL
Champaign City Building Council Chambers, Featured Artist
Furniture Lounge, Alley Mural
Lodgic Everyday Kitchen, Curtains & Workspace Area