Inherent in the making of art is the transformation of
a creative impulse into a creative action. In the visual arts this involves
a change from the artistic concept to the art object. My work is strongly
motivated by this idea of change, both in the making of the work and
in the final image. Eastern philosophy, with its honoring of the simple
and its focus on change with mindfulness in the present, is a guiding
principle for me. My former profession of practicing psychologist and
my experience of being a mother has reinforced the view that living
life is about honoring change and recognizing impermanence. Thus the
capturing of the ephemeral is essential to my art.
Close observation of the transformation that is inherent
in nature, and my interaction with this natural environment, influence
my art. The way plants change their form as they grow, the movement
of wind and water, and the rhythm of light and shadow inform my work.
My art, whether 2D or 3D, often depicts abstracted images moving in
an undefined environment. Transitions from internal space to external
space, from grounded ness to groundlessness, are consistent themes in
my work.
Simple, easily accessible and often natural objects are
my materials of choice. The goal is always to maintain the integrity
of the material while transforming it in a manner that allows the artist
and the viewer to experience it in a new and often surprising way. The
materials used, the lines drawn, the images portrayed, generally have
the expressive quality of fragility and vulnerability. The challenge
for this artist is to express an emotional sensitivity in the work,
while maintaining a substance, an "Itness" that allows it
to withstand the passing of time. This challenge is a reflection of
my view of human development, the need to remain emotionally open while
being strong enough to go the distance.