Artist Statement

I have a complicated relationship with my art. It’s a sources strength and anxiety that leads me to ask: Is it poison to want to unearth what I would die for, to truly live for it? This question lies at the core of my work, guiding my exploration of self, love, and the complexities of emotion. My art didn’t begin as an introspective journey but has evolved into an attempt to confront the intricacies of existence; unraveling the layers of grief, anger, and unresolved identity that shape myself. I am drawn to the contradictions within myself: the moments of vulnerability that reveal both strength and fragility, the tenderness of love that can heal as much as it can destroy, and the intrinsic desires that propel me to search for meaning in a chaotic world.

Through my work, I capture the universal experience of humanity, its struggles, its longings, and its quest for connection. I explore my relationship with myself, love, and others, often grappling with my fears, desires, and the things I don’t know. My choice of mediums varies, allowing the creative process itself to mirror the fluidity of these emotions; whether through painting, ceramics, printmaking, or mixed media. Each piece serves as a reflection of a moment or question I encountered, offering a glimpse into the vulnerable space between self-doubt and self-realization.

My art illuminates the raw and transformative qualities of human nature; the beauty, the pain, and the power of our shared existence. It is a quest for understanding, an exploration of the questions we often avoid, but a necessary journey in discovering what it means to truly live.