Trancendence Series

This series is a part of my Master of Art in Art (M.A.) thesis body of work.

ARTIST STATEMENT

I make process-driven, large-scale, non-representational works on paper. This series explores the discovery and development of a process that was new to me. Because my work is mostly process-driven, discussing the process is essential. I start each piece with a wet-on-wet technique using pre-mixed wet media and water to create a pathway of color, forms and textures. When finished, I walked away and allowed the pigment to shift, water to evaporate and for the painting to dry. This is exhilarating as I work with a process that allows me to have and relinquish some control. Once I achieve the desired results, I responded intuitively to the color and marks made on the paper by dry media to expand depth and enhance implied textures.

In the end, my paintings turn into an enigma, a topographical or cosmic-like landscape. Through scale, composition and mystery, my aim is to facilitate a space where the viewer can experience the sublime. As I allow the materials to find their way, I allow the viewer to find their way.

These works are more than a process-driven means to achieve an outcome. I would not say that they are about meditation, but I feel my artwork is akin to my meditation process. Both in my meditations and artwork, I intuitively work on areas in hopes for growth and a better outcome by the end.

TRANSCEND
Master of Arts in Art Thesis Exhibition
Thompson Loggia Gallery, University of Dallas
Irving, Texas
November 28, 2022 – December 9, 2022

Abstract 22-8
Watercolor, ink, gouache
& charcoal on paper
59″ X 42″
2022

Abstract 22-25
Watercolor, ink, gouache,
soft pastel &
colored pencil on paper
60″ X 44.5″
2022

Abstract 22-26
Watercolor, ink, gouache,
soft pastel &
colored pencil on paper
60″ X 44.5″
2022

Abstract 22-30
Watercolor, ink, gouache,
soft pastel & colored pencil on paper
92″ X 249″
2022

Abstract 22-30 B
Watercolor, ink, gouache,
soft pastel & colored pencil on paper
44.5″ X 60″
2022

Abstract 22-30 C
Watercolor, ink, gouache,
soft pastel & colored pencil on paper
44.5″ X 60″
2022

TRANSCENDING
Visit Fort Worth Gallery, Arts Fort Worth
Fort Worth, Texas
March 24, 2023 – April 29, 2023

ADDITIONAL WORKS

ACHROMATIC WORKS

Abstract 22-7
Watercolor, ink &
charcoal on paper
60″ X 44.5″
2022

Abstract 22-9
Watercolor, ink, &
charcoal on paper
60″ X 44.5″
2022

Abstract 22-9
Watercolor, ink &
charcoal on paper
60″ X 48″
2022

MONOCHROMATIC WORKS – BLUE-VIOLET

Abstract 22-13
Watercolor, ink, gouache
& colored pencil on paper
60″ X 44.5″
2022

Abstract 22-16
Watercolor, ink, gouache
& colored pencil on paper
60″ X 48″
2022

Abstract 22-15
Watercolor, ink, gouache
& colored pencil on paper
62″ X 44.5″
2022-2023

MONOCHROMATIC WORKS – RED-VIOLET

Abstract 22-18
Watercolor, ink, gouache,
soft pastel & colored
pencil on paper
60″ X 44.5″
2022

Abstract 22-22
Watercolor, ink, gouache
& colored pencil on paper
60″ X 48″
2022

Abstract 22-20
Watercolor, ink, gouache,
soft pastel & colored
pencil on paper
60″ X 44.5″
2022-2023

MONOCHROMATIC WORKS – BLUE-GREEN

Abstract 22-24
Watercolor, ink, gouache,
soft pastel & colored
pencil on paper
60″ X 44.5″
2022-2023

Abstract 22-29
Watercolor, ink, gouache,
soft pastel & colored
pencil on paper
60″ X 42″
2022-2023