My abstract work is gestural, Abstract Expressionism.

I’m influenced by calligraphy, the “no-mind” Zen brush painting method, psychotherapy and emotional release techniques. The marriage of these modalities fuels my technique of painting as I maneuver between bold, organic brush strokes to minimalist, delicate brushwork.

Every aspect of my work is driven by intuition. By way of using gestural movements, emotional and vocal releases,I am able to propel beyond my intellect and tap into a “no-mind” state. This results in work that evokes the physical act of painting itself and is ultimately meant to touch the viewer on a visceral level. My work speaks as a primitive, visual language – expressing raw emotion, primal sensuality and spontaneous creativity. Faces, animal profiles and other realistic imagery emerge spontaneously, without manipulation on my part.

Current creative endeavors include painting techniques on large scale substrates for interior/exterior environments, collaborative sculpture venues for public spaces and silk textiles. Specializing in site-specific commissions, works can be seen in a growing number of private, corporate and public art collections in varied locations from Naples, Fla., Vancouver, B.C., Luxembourg, France, London, to New York City.

“We like the energy and intelligence in her work, her sense of color and rhythm.” 
– Henk & Yumi Hoppener, Tensho Gallery Vancouver BC