Artist Statement

It’s all about the body language.

With careful attention to composition and design, my work celebrates my delight in how people visually and quietly communicate.

Whether it is a slight smirk, an intense concentration, or soulful eyes, each of my subjects subtly tells a story through their posture and expression.

Depending on the desired affect, I use anywhere from one to dozens of pencils, layered and blended seamlessly.

A colored base often peeks through the finished work, and provides unity under an expansive palette.

A variety of techniques pushes the limits on ways to apply colored pencil, which in turn, through textures and color moods, brings the story to life.