Rooted in the intricate tapestry of shamanic visions and altered states of consciousness, the artist brings forth luminous portraits of human and animal spirits using oil, acrylic, and mixed media. Each piece begins long before paint meets canvas, with preparatory rituals grounded in meditation guiding their hand to reveal spiritual realities often obscured from ordinary sight. This luminosity symbolizes the profound spiritual essence visible to shamans yet veiled to most.
Coming from a lineage adorned with award-winning painters, quilters, and craftsmen, the artist carries forward a legacy that finds resonance in the portraits they craft. Their eclectic experiences in TV, film, and photography have endowed them with an intuitive grasp of form, light, and composition. As a perpetual experimenter, they are not bound by medium alone; from crafting their own inks using age-old techniques to creating paints, their exploration is ever-evolving.
A frequent reflection from viewers is on the arresting gaze of the eyes in the portraits, intentionally designed to connect, engage, and communicate. It's a testament to art's communicative power, where the spirit within the piece resonates with the observer's heart. However, the journey has its challenges. Visionary experiences, much like dreams, are ephemeral and often formless. Translating the depth of these immersive experiences onto a two-dimensional plane has been a dance of experimentation. But in each piece, the artist's intention remains - to illuminate the spiritual world beneath the surface and beckon the viewer to glimpse their own radiant spirit.
For those looking to bring a touch of the spiritual world into their home or office decor, the artist's prints offer a unique opportunity to connect with luminous portraits of human and animal spirits. Each piece is a testament to the profound spiritual essence visible to shamans yet veiled to most, inviting viewers to delve into the depths of their own radiant spirit.