Artist Statement

Mental health has played a large part in the art community for centuries. Van Gogh, Munch, and many of the greats struggled with mental health disorders. I have had many struggles throughout my life as well, and creating art has been a consistent outlet for me to alleviate the busyness of life. Struggling with a sense of self and identity being an artist, experimenting with different mediums and concepts often leads to a new love of creating, or a downward spiral into self doubt and existential dread. I have used a variety of mediums throughout my life, and un-training my brain and working more free has been a difficult yet satisfying journey. 

Conceptually, my work has a variety of different meanings. Using my emotions has always been a staple part of my creations. I am also heavily influenced by music and film. I am inspired by the places I’ve been and the things I’ve seen. Architecture is a big aspect I look for while exploring new places, and even looking closer in the places around me. I make art in hopes that the viewer will get their own inspiration to explore themselves.