Artist's Statement

Inspired by Idaho's wild and rural beauty and the natural world beyond, my paintings reflect a deep reverence for nature and its creatures. Whether it’s the stillness of falling snow in the woods, the flicker of a hummingbird in flight, or the rare, mystical presence of a wolf, I strive to capture the feeling of those moments of awe — the ones that make us feel small yet connected. Alongside wildlife and wilderness, I also paint vanishing rural landscapes — places rich in history, memory, and quiet beauty.

"I strive to capture the feeling of those moments of awe — the ones that make us feel small, yet connected."

When I paint outside en plein air, Mother Nature is in charge. But in the studio, I create my own small universe — a space where memory, emotion, and imagination converge. Like my life, my creative process is diverse. I work primarily in oil, but also explore gouache, encaustic, and mixed media. My true subject is atmosphere, light, and emotion — the elements that help me tell the story of a place or a fleeting feeling.

“My true subject is atmosphere, light, and emotion — the elements that help me tell the story of a place or a fleeting feeling.”

Rooted in the traditions of Tonalism and Impressionism — and often described as a contemporary Luminist — my work explores the ever-changing relationship between land, light, and living things. Influenced by the quiet elegance of Asian simplicity, I often embrace minimalism and negative space to evoke a sense of calm and reflection. This blending of expressions allows me to translate not just what I see, but what I feel.Though Idaho remains my muse, I paint the world — near and far — to offer viewers a gentle pause: a moment of connection, reflection, and peace in a complicated world.