Statement
My work is an investigation of the residual space between action and aftermath. I present figures in various states of psychological consumption. In previous works, figures openly and aggressively confront the viewer, as if they were caught in a moment of regret, denial or acceptance of what has just transpired. They occupy a space of volatility, fear, or defeat.
In contrast, my recent works have begun to take on the characteristics of a passive witnessing and metaphorical passage. The figures are passively engaged with the viewer; completely engulfed in their own thoughts. The faces of the figures, along with aspects of their environment are often obscured through dramatic light, shadow, fabric or fog. Shrouds, veils, and smoke serve as representations of the states of mind that accompany transitions, such as failure, grief, death and memory. The scenes are ominous, and tinged with looming animality, ritual and sacrifice. These ambiguous narratives provide a space for the viewer to project their own thoughts and fears into the work.
My work is an investigation of the residual space between action and aftermath. I present figures in various states of psychological consumption. In previous works, figures openly and aggressively confront the viewer, as if they were caught in a moment of regret, denial or acceptance of what has just transpired. They occupy a space of volatility, fear, or defeat.
In contrast, my recent works have begun to take on the characteristics of a passive witnessing and metaphorical passage. The figures are passively engaged with the viewer; completely engulfed in their own thoughts. The faces of the figures, along with aspects of their environment are often obscured through dramatic light, shadow, fabric or fog. Shrouds, veils, and smoke serve as representations of the states of mind that accompany transitions, such as failure, grief, death and memory. The scenes are ominous, and tinged with looming animality, ritual and sacrifice. These ambiguous narratives provide a space for the viewer to project their own thoughts and fears into the work.
