It all begins with an idea, a feeling or a moment that I want to explore into several paintings. I make notes, sketch, create mood boards, gather images. Then I start to pull out what grabs my attention and is asking to be examined  further. With that, I develop an outline of the images I need, call models and set a date to bring the ideas to life.

PHOTO SHOOTS

 Using the reference photos as a guide, I paint images  on several layers of acrylic panels. The oil paints dry relatively slowly and give me time create different effects. I move the panels back and forth throughout the painting process to get a better understanding of how the layers work together and develop with each painting session.

ASSEMBLY

Depending on whether the painting hangs on the wall, from the ceiling or is free-standing, I add hardware to pull it all together in one easy-to-display piece.