My favorite thing about painting is the process. I love the feeling. The mind space that is required to really be into a painting. The process is somehow difficult and relaxing, challenging and rewarding, it boosts my confidence and humbles me all at the same time. There is no other feeling like creating a beautiful painting. It’s satisfying to experience a range of emotions in a just a couple of hours by moving paint around. Sometimes I wipe all the paint off after a day or so. I am inspired the most by everyday things and the people around me.
The process of making art for me is an act of resistance. Painting is resisting the digital imagery of a plasticized version of reality. Painting is resisting the historical representation of femininity in the art world. Making art is enjoyable. Painting is resisting struggle and suffering of humanity.
Education:
Vermont College of Fine Arts Studied Illustration at The School Of Visual Arts
Awards:
Merit Award VCFA Visual Arts, MFA 2018 Winner of Jerry Goldstein Foundation Merit and Achievement Award
Exhibitions:
Sept. 2018 TSU Avon Gallery, Nashville, TN
Aug. 2018 Towne Centre Theatre, Brentwood, Tn
July – Aug 2018 The University Club, Nashville, TN
There is Always Another Side, Always – Sketchbook Project, Brooklyn Art Library https://www.sketchbookproject.com/library/19142
Favorites:
Old Holland classic oil paint Unsweet tea Chocolate Pianos Stratocasters Hiking Snow Laughter
