Artist Statement:
Trees have a superpower to make us feel better. My art celebrates this magical quality though paint.
 
Different viscosities of acrylics on rigid panels support the development of visual texture, which is important to my practice.
 
Working from memory the image evolves as I playfully add and subtract paint; smearing, dripping, sanding and scratching. The resulting visual texture is balanced by pleasing shapes of negative space.
 
A limited palette creates harmony and cold wax adds softness, inviting you to explore the painted patterns and unique forms of the forest.
 
My painting was inspired by walks through Boranup’s giant Karris, which always transport me to a child-like, carefree, and magical state.