Artist Statement My art is visually dynamic and textural...it is meant to be touched. I have always been passionate about art. It’s creation is a euphoric transporting experience. My hope is to convey this passion and joy to my audience. I am thankful for the opportunity and time to experiment and play. Sculptural painting is my whole world at this time in my life, next to my family. Although I have great freedom in my schedule, I am very regimented and disciplined with my hours. I also make sure to allow time to be a student to learn new things and techniques. Currently this involves a clay hand building class, which hopefully will complement my current work. I draw inspiration from life and travel. I try to see things differently, frame those things uniquely and take lots of pictures for reference. The tools I use for sculptural painting are modeling paste, acrylic paint, palate knives, cake decorating tools, clay tools and dental tools.