PAINTINGS
The visual poetry of light and pattern in the natural world is the main theme of my art work. The use of Gold and Metal Leaf reflect back to the viewer, and have an effect that cannot be captured any other way: beautifying and sanctifying the surrounding environment.
The gold paintings have a luminous hue and brilliance that is reflected in the smallest amount of light..evening light, firelight, candle light...even moonlight.
I became interested in gilding early on in my studies in art as I was working to perfect a gold glaze for ceramic vessels. I started experimenting with various forms of the gold color I was looking for.
More inspiration came in the form of Japanese screens and gilded objects.
On a visit to Japan I was fortunate to gain information on special techniques and unusual applications of the treasured metal.
Ornament, pattern, color and gold metal tell stories.. mirroring the intertwined nature of life. They speak of ancient tales, times of wealth and opulence…spiritual beauty.
The Latin root of ornament..orno—means to adorn..to honor.
The symbolism of gold is timeless. It speaks of good fortune, wealth and enriches any environment with luminous hue and brilliance.
