I love finding fluid surprises, abrupt compromises and the lifting of boundaries in each painting or drawing. Sometimes it goes well and I have something. Occasionally I won’t save it as a piece, but let it be kept in mind as information for the next. I don’t have formulas or preconceptions, preferring to let the work show the way to resolution."

Almost exactly two years ago I took the biggest leap of my life: moving from hometown of Springfield MO for the first time to Colorado to be closer to my family. It’s been quite the journey but not without great rewards. The first six months I was looking for a steady job while making an abundance of art, including continuing my voyage with abstract where I last left off at Obelisk in 2021 with my “Explorations” collection. I started the included abstract work in that window of time, and they have since been a welcomed respite to approach to complete as I worked toward this show. Obviously I have also been severely inspired by the Colorado landscape as I explore my new home and surrounding areas. Trying to bring the awe and vibrancy of the scenes back to life has been a nice balance with the abstract work. They both have their own sets of challenges and different mindsets I settle into while working. I’m delighted to share these new artworks and my progress with my community back home and the amazing Obelisk team.

Endless rolling hills, grand vistas, and the ever changing landscape of the Midwest, the Ozark Mountains in particular, are the inspiration behind this selection of oil paintings. Seasonal changes and the splendor of nature are represented in these abstract "windows to the outside world." Vibrant and colorful, and of the Earth.