Ocean #3

The rhythm of the waves marks the passing of time. With each passing moment the ocean’s intensity fluctuates like emotion. Thoughts linger and pass, like the foam at the ocean’s edge.

At the shore I am reminded to be present. It provides a place for contemplation and reflection. I identify with the strength and vulnerability of the ocean when a storm is brewing or passing, when the surf is up, when the fog looms or is lifting, when the horizon is obscured, or the sky begins to clear, I find beauty in these moments of transition.

I bring this experience into the studio as I interpret the colors, sounds, feelings, and energy of the water or the quiet movement of clouds. My painting process moves between freedom and control, accident and intention, as I push and pull the paint to convey and realize my visual and emotional experiences