Fine Art

Still Changes

Humans have an innate and powerful connection to the Earth. This fascinating connection is a vital concept I explore in my art. As our societies seem to move further and further from nature, I think it is increasingly important that we take a step back to consider our connections to the natural world. Nature is not political or constructed; it is not wrapped up in the societies and ideologies we have made for ourselves and convinced ourselves to be true. The natural world is a reminder of where we all come from and what we all share. It has the power to bring out human kindness and compassion, something that today’s world desperately needs. 

As we face a global health crisis unlike any of us have seen in our lifetimes, many of us have found refuge in nature. When society seemed to grind to a halt, the plants and animals around us prospered and continued as if nothing had changed. Springtime animals and blossoms became a friendly reminder that time was still moving forward. On the many walks I had taken during quarantine, I found patterns or objects that interested me and created abstract works inspired by what I had seen. The final images stand on their own but remain reminiscent of the objects they draw from. From rotting wood and twisting branches to clay beaches and rocks, these abstractions focus on small details that often go overlooked, highlighting the complexity and intrigue of nature. I hope that this series of work will inspire a sense of wonder in the viewer and encourage people to take a closer look at the natural world around them.