Fearless creativity is the purest form of artistic expression. It encourages each of us to feel deeply and find the courage to share our souls with the world. There’s a nakedness that can be terrifying and exhilarating at the same time. When I begin a piece, that initial encounter with my blank canvas fills me with excitement-the possibility of what might be translates to ultimate freedom and spaciousness. The smell of the gesso and smooth texture of the creamy canvas can only be described as magical for me. It’s where my inner ninja is released and I am able to truly be myself. I am uninhibited and courageous and bold.  I am confident and strong. I am at peace. I seldom enjoy the confines of ‘set rules’ and prefer to create instinctually: following my own inner voice during the creative process.

My Story

Through my paintings I am able to release and spill all my emotions onto the canvas; leaving me in a state of euphoric calm. With every brush stroke, I feel my body connect with the canvas and a rhythmic sequence ensues. It’s this rhythm that is addictive and mesmerizing for me. I become enthralled in the movement, colour and shape of the artwork. My body begins to move and become one with the image I am creating so much so that the finished piece feels like a piece of my soul. 

When I begin a new exposition, I try to empty myself of the energy that I have within.  Sometimes the energy expelled is positive and other times it’s negative. This outlet for me is the release of this energy and is necessary for me. The painting becomes an extension of this mood and is created in this atmosphere. Every piece is a part of the spirit within me and becomes a part of my soul.  There are paintings that speak of an intense suffering that left me breathless and others that speak of the joy within me that I often feel deeply. Painting helps me to let things go as they should go and put my trust in the universe.