Red Enamel
(20" x 30", oil on panel)

My creative process begins months before I actually start a painting, spending hours and hours searching out objects that express my devotion to the everyday experience.

Despite all the steps before I actually squeeze out paint, the rubber really hits the road when I finally put brush to canvas and all the prep work comes together. Sometimes I know almost immediately that a painting will be successful, other times the painting process will surprise me and something ho-hum takes a great turn. Such was the case with this piece. When I put together these elements I was pleased with the colour and shape harmonies, but as I worked on it, I realized it was going to be better than just good. It is this possibility for upside surprises that keeps me coming back to my easel day after day.

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