A common theme emerges in my work. Several viewers have noted both an ‘aliveness’ and ‘raw quality’ which seems to be very present. Dissecting this, I’ve noted there is a staccato nature to both my writing and my painting. I strive to capture this moment in time, I work quickly. Editing is generally not an option within the paint, despite its forgiving nature. I apply layers upon layers, often using a hair dryer in between, my patience lacking. Previously, I worked more slowly, sometimes taking weeks to make one piece, but those creations didn’t capture the same feeling.

There is a very fleeting nature to the subjects that I attempt to capture and I believe this adds an intensity and sense of ‘right now’ to it all.

Progress

I’m adding in my process in my posts for several reasons: I like to see where I was in between the beginning and the ending, its a sort of proof of occurrence, and it gives the experience a perspective other than my own to re-view the work.

There is something about this image that gets at a sort of underlying ‘gross’ or ‘icky’ view of what was happening during the process.

Then this arrived:

Perception of Being 30”x40” mixed media

Sharing this image on social media has provided, thus far, quite a response. I am hoping that it continues to illicit responses within the viewer.

Personally, I’ve moved it to my bedroom. There is a dreamy quality to it and it will soon hang above my bed, until it moves to a gallery space.

What I am listening to: Sigur Ros, Pinback

What I am reading: Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, twitter, Alan Watts

What I am drinking: Coffee