ARTIST STATEMENT
My artistic philosophy is to constantly challenge and reinvent the materiality of paint while exploring different facets of my biracial identity.
My relationship with paint is what makes my work unique. To me, it is more than a medium, it takes on a conceptual element to enhance the meanings behind my work. Working with paint as a sculptural medium reflects my personal identity of existing between two worlds as a biracial woman.
I aim to challenge traditional ideas we have of what a painting is, the same way I aim to challenge ideas of societal labels. I strive to create art that is both abstract and can be interpreted in different ways by different people, but it has to be deeply personal to me. It is important that each work or series stems from my personal journey.
At first glance, my work is bright, bold, and playful, however they are a juxtaposition that relates to deeper topics of identity, race, and femininity. Making artwork is a very cathartic process for me, and I am not afraid to put my most personal struggles onto a canvas. It ultimately helps me grow.