MASKED IN NATURE

My current body of work investigates my inner desires through stream of consciousness. I often find myself in a "trance" whenever I create. I typically work in a series of 2 to 3 pieces, simultaneously. This process unleashes my over-the-top imagination. I don't want to forget any of my ideas. It's like a visual to do list. I'm driven by my emotions and the variety of things that inspires me. I'm currently fascinated with the history of mardi gras masks, & organic shapes in nature. How do these two themes relate together? I don't know. This is why my work explores the in depth meaning behind masks & identity verses the freedom of growth in nature. I will leave that answer up to the viewer.

Personally, I see the process of growth in nature metaphorically and spiritually. I desire to grow with my art. Nature is bold and I'm desperate to be bold. I need to escape and run away from my comfort zones. Maybe this is why I'm attracted to the masks? Is my art an escape from my deepest fears & anxiety? I paint whimsical images that emote the happiness I wish my everyday life could manifest. My only hope is, that my art encourages others can find that childlike happiness, whenever reality stings.