My paintings have smooth, subtle textures and vibrant colors. I try to reveal beauty in uncommon places to explore the mystery of life. My subjects come from observation and imagination; and they are all directly influenced by my visual and emotional experiences with nature. The Southern environment has a big impact on my art: the relaxing sanctuary from the heat; cool, refreshing water; the eerie blue-green summer nights; the early morning crispness before the scorching day. It is these moments of quiet tranquility, when the air is thick and I feel I am the only person alive, that I want to bring into existence through my paintings.