As an abstract, mixed-media artist, my practice is deeply rooted in observation, research, and the translation of scientific concepts—an approach shaped by my experience as a science illustrator for NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory and other astrophysics-focused institutions. This background informs my work, allowing me to distill complex theories into their visual essence, making them more accessible and open to interpretation.

My studio practice began with drawing, but over time, it evolved to incorporate a range of methods necessary to effectively explore my ideas. Abstraction has remained the constant thread in this evolution, serving as a means of investigating humanity’s place within the cosmos. My process is meticulous, relying on repetitive action and fine detail to prompt viewers to reconsider materiality, space, and labor. Situated within the spectrum of minimalism, my works are intentionally restrained yet do not obscure the presence of the artist’s hand. They allude to expansive concepts while maintaining a tangible, physical presence, avoiding the erasure of the object in favor of pure idea. I build my compositions through layering, cutting, puncturing, and marking—most often on paper—creating dense, repetitive imagery that invites intimate engagement. Through reduction of form and the accessibility of materials, I seek to forge a personal connection within a broader dialogue.

My subdued palette is intentional, allowing the structure of abstraction and geometry to communicate vast, conceptual ideas. While my background in astrophysical illustration has profoundly shaped my fine art practice, it has also led me to investigate other scientific fields, including neurology and DNA analysis in forensic science. These inquiries have introduced more visceral and intuitive gestures into my work, expanding my visual language.

I have been an artist-in-residence at 1805 Gallery (San Diego, USA), Bread & Salt (San Diego, USA), and PLAYA Residency (Summer Lake, OR). My work has been exhibited at the Smithsonian’s S. Dillon Ripley Center (D.C., USA), Oceanside Museum of Art (Oceanside, USA), Quint Gallery (San Diego, USA), Ice Gallery (San Diego, USA), Warehouse9 (Copenhagen, DK), Torrance Art Museum (Torrance, USA), La Caja Galería (Tijuana, MX), and the San Diego International Airport (USA).

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