I am continually inspired by the outdoors where I explore color, texture, shape, and whimsy of the world through my artwork. The paintings are a creative approach of oil painting on wood, inspired by nature to bring out the art of nature. Each painting highlights and accentuates the unique features of the wood including live edges, bark, worm holes, and wood grain, all of which guide the brushstrokes. The combination of my imagination with the natural wood elements seamlessly blend together in these paintings, leaving the viewer to ponder where the brushstrokes end and where nature begins. Environmental concerns are very important for my practice as a whole and I strive to use responsibly sourced and reclaimed materials in my work, bringing together my visual content and the material substance of my creations in support of a sustainable nature-friendly approach.