Artist Statement

When I was ten years old, I strolled into a massive well-sealed circus tent, strapped myself onto a suspended bench and waited for something cool to happen. The lights began to dim until I could no longer see my hands in front of my face. Rock ‘n’ roll music began to blare, a wild wind blew my hair, and a galactic dance party flashed on the walls as the bench spun and whipped me around the tent. Strobe lights sparked through the cherry-pop scented haze.  We were going to crash, but quickly spun away. I was trapped in a psychedelic twister.  

It was thrilling, filling me with joy and ecstasy. As an artist, I continue to chase those feelings in each of my own creations.

At the age of twenty-seven, due to a brain tumor, my vision was severely impaired, leaving me legally blind. I was a working artist and decided to adapt my practice to this new challenge. The experience of my loss inspired a renewed optimism and playfulness, which is evident in my artwork.

My creative energy is fueled by American pop culture: movies, television shows, and music—especially 1950’s rock ‘n’ roll. I wore out my mom’s vinyl records.

My creations utilize collage, assemblage, digital manipulation, and serigraphy as these media relate to rock‘n’roll culture. I invite the viewer to experience the psychedelic frenzy of pure joy represented within my collaged images and assembled art objects. Forget your troubles and enjoy the thrills!