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Artist Statement

My work harmonizes multiple forms of physical media to present an interpretation of my own particular interests in pop culture. I am influenced by the forms and themes I see in media I consume, particularly found in horror animation, books, and films. Using mixed media like graphite, alcohol marker, colored pencil, ink, paint, and sometimes digital, I focus on creating impactful pieces with subjects and themes taken from different entertainment and media. I am inspired by the suspense and psychological turmoil and try to convey that concept in my work.

Creating these pieces with the bright pigments allowed by ink, colored pencil, and paint, I sketch and then layer them to create my own intensified take on the inspired media, thus creating my own style. I also find that leaving all the expression to the sole graphite gets the emotion through with intense contrast and texture. With the different media, I can get across the concepts of uneasiness and depression that I am inspired by because of the intense emotion it can convey. I am also greatly drawn to religious art and symbolism, which is often seen in some of my studies.

In the past, I have pushed myself to get better at anatomical accuracy and color theory. Currently, I am focused on practicing the expression of intense emotions through my art. In the future, I am hoping to expand my horizons in digital art, painting, and grow even more in my anatomical correctness and facial expression. My goal is eventually be able to create works that come from my own experiences and express those themes of intensity and desolation that I am so inspired by, whether that be through physical media, animation, or graphic novels.

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Acrylic on Self Drying Clay, 5"x3"x2", 2021

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Acrylic on Self Drying Clay, 5"x3"x2", 2021

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Acrylic on Self Drying Clay, 5"x3"x2", 2021

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Prismacolor Pencil on Bristol Board, 20" x 21.5", 2021

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Pastel on Bristol Board, 21" x 26", 2021

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Pastel on Bristol Board, 20" x 26", 2021

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Ink and Acrylic on Paper, 9" x 12", 2021

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Graphite and Prismacolor on Paper, 9" x 12", 2021

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Graphite on Bristol Board, 20" x 30", 2021