About Me
Good design provides the simplest solution to a problem. Working within limitations forces creativity in ways most unexpected. My work showcases completely realized ideas using as few elements as possible (with a bit of whimsy thrown in for good measure).
I straddle the fence over two distinct styles. One, I like to repurpose vintage objects and two, I have an affinity for producing minimalist works in the Modernist tradition. When it comes to working with dimensional objects, I buy pieces in advance of any sort of idea, knowing I can use them (fingers-crossed). Then the things are left out in the open so I'm aware of them. After a spell, visual connections start to appear which become the kernal of an idea. For example, the simple act of combining two objects that create a greater whole is immensely satisfying.
For abstract minimalist works, they are generally envisioned in my head. That may sound presumptuous, but it goes back to my previous remark about simplicity. These aren't complex ideas, so coming up with an abstract interpretation actually involves some graphic design (since they are relatively flat and not dimensional). You can also think of it in terms of something called "visual systems", which can include patterns, spatial relationships, geometry, grids, etc.
The most important thing I need to say here is: I nail the design first, THEN fabricate. No starting the piece without knowing the end result, no stopping halfway through because the piece isn't working - it's a system that works for me, produces no second-guessing, and makes for a more enjoyable experience during the fabrication.
While finishing a sculpture may mark the end of a project, another work begins. Have you heard the adage "It's the journey not the destination”? For me personally, the "journey" is what individual artistic expression is all about. I may like the finished work, but as the artist, only I know what it took to get there, and there is something deeply personal and rewarding about that.