Intuition and contemplation form the basis for my practice. Though my work often seems quite simple in appearance, the goal is to invite contemplation, and to engage the viewer in a deeper conversation with the essence of each piece.
Utilizing a combination of construction artifacts and new materials I attempt to create and sometimes even exaggerate the tension in a composition. As each move unfolds, the hope is that a piece will fall into a dynamic balance: order is brought to chaos, a harmonious tension is achieved.
I am fascinated by the intrinsic properties of various materials. My work is very much informed by specific, subtle characteristics of different woods, metals, and types of stone. I gather items, as they catch my eye, to be modified, assembled and arranged into a piece, sometimes reconstituting these parts multiple times before they become fully resolved.
My work is about trust and play. I have worked to train my eye and my hands for almost forty years as a carpenter and cabinetmaker. My artwork is an extension of this long engagement with the refinement of my craft. I try to maintain a sense of play throughout the process, often working on multiple pieces simultaneously. My pieces become fully resolved when I can let go of expectations, fully trust my instincts and act on clear impulse.