Having worked in a broad range of media, I prefer to work as a mixed-media sculptor. My home and studio are surrounded by grape vineyards, quiet surroundings, which enable me to create the spiritually based art that is close to my soul. My symbolic imagery has been inspired by spiritual perspectives from many cultures, influences of my travels. Combining wood constructions, each construction sets the stage for the colorful paint, prints, bees-wax, bones, feathers, wire, beads and other purposeful embellishments that create the enigma of my art. Important to the creative process of adornment, the multiple shapes and detailing are of a repetitive nature. This act of repetition has enabled me to arrive at a meditative state providing access to my inner self resulting in personal revelations and enlightenment. Although the adorning symbolism is personal, the images directly relate to the underlying message of each individual piece.

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