Artist Statement: 

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My paintings stem from my interest in storytelling. I’m fascinated with the mythologies and narratives that we use to construct our sense of self, our understanding of the universe and our place in the world. I’m particularly interested in the characterization of cryptids and other creatures rooted in folklore. Alongside this, my work seeks to explore the strange, almost otherworldly harmonies found in nature. The paintings are completed mainly in gouache on paper or wood rounds, resulting in an opaque, matte finish with a graphic quality. The worlds I create feel like home to me - my aim is for the viewer to feel a strange familiarity with the characters and scenes presented, interpreting meaning in their own individualistic ways.