I primarily work with encaustic medium on cradled wood panels and canvas. The unique properties of encaustic—its warmth, movement, texture, and the scent of the wax—captivate me. A repetitive, meditative process is central to my creative practice. I blend the free-flowing formation of encaustic monotypes with the meticulously planned assembly of paper and fabric pieces.

Recurring themes referencing water serve as a wellspring of inspiration and imagery in my works. I use color, texture, light, and numerous built-up layers to convey my love and fascination with elements of the California coastal beach. Waves, sunlight, sea smoke, sea foam, tide pools, and fog all influence my creations. The layers of flowing encaustic medium, beeswax, and pigments communicate the seen, the veiled, the unseen, and what lies beneath or is imagined.

Through the deconstruction and assemblage of monotype paper and fabric swatches, new patterns emerge that reflect relationships between coastal elements and fragmented memories. Each layer—be it paper, fabric, or encaustic—acts as a representation of these interconnected experiences and inspirations