Artist Statement
My artwork is all about exploring rhythm, a sense of calm, and movement, but in a quiet, open-ended way. I never really plan out a design before I start. I usually begin with a blank page and a simple grid, then let the design build itself from there. Even if pieces start the same way, they always end up different.
I'm fascinated by how small changes, like the angle of a line or a shift in color, can completely change the feel of a piece. Sometimes I have a general theme in mind, but most of the time I just follow where intuition takes me. I choose colors based on what feels right in the moment, and everything else grows from that.
I really enjoy working with gel pens, there’s something so satisfying about how smooth they are, especially on black paper. The colors almost glow, which brings a special kind of energy to the mandalas.
When I use acrylics, I like to create layered, textured backgrounds that feel rich and expressive. They give the mandala a place to live and interact, where structure and spontaneity meet.
More than anything, I hope my art gives people a small pause. A moment of stillness, connection, or inspiration, shared through color, shape, and flow.
