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At the moment, I am exploring different ideas and techniques in abstract painting. To me, abstract painting is about giving the formal art elements such as line, shape, texture, composition and color, precedence over the traditional subject and background. I am not as much interested in representing traditional subjects, but rather in deconstructing them and in exploring the inter-relationships of their various art elements. I start with reality, with an idea, with a concept, then re-imagine and explore the subject, and finally allow the process of painting to take over and the work to evolve in the direction it wants.
Having always felt different myself, I am fascinated by the story of the outsider and how he is or is not accepted into the flock. And, I have always struggled with two sides of myself as well: the engineer versus the artist, the mind versus the heart. How does one resolve the issues of structure, order, and conformity versus freedom, spontaneity, and spirituality? I explore the manner in which these disparate elements coexist, and attempt to depict that in my artwork.
Click on [Galleries] above to see my paintings, and click on [Contact] if you are interested in purchasing a painting or getting in touch with me. I hope you enjoy this site!