My work is inspired by the beauty I see in the amazing and in the mundane world that surrounds us. Dappled shadows, tree branches against the sky, ripples in the water, cityscapes – all engraved into a wood plate (s), inked and printed on a printmaking press.

My background in Printmaking has led me to explore new options in relief printing, specifically, woodcuts or wood engravings.

Other printmaking areas, such as intaglio, silk screen and lithography have all embraced the photographic process and new technologies and I have applied this innovative aspect to my woodcuts. Modern technology and nature can         co-exist!

While the development of the woodcut image and engraving use modern techniques, the inking and printing are done in the old traditional manner.

I also began combining my painting background with the woodcuts by painting a background on printmaking paper, letting that dry, then inking up the wood plate and printing on that background. I usually apply this background painting in a fairly loose manner, which allows the more defined woodcut print to dominate. 

Most of my wood plates and other engravings use repurposed furniture and packaging. Not only does this allow me to use some wonderful solid wood blocks, but it keeps old furniture out of the landfill.

I aim to instill a mystery or sensuality to my woodcuts since I believe great art should produce a mood, emotion or engage the viewer in some manner.