“When I’m painting, Jazz is always playing.”
How does your time in the studio start?
A cup of coffee, music and scrap pieces of paper to paint.
Where do you draw inspiration from?
From color. And it’s color from nature, illustration, photography, interior design and fashion. I find color that inspires me to create.
Music or no music when you're in the studio? If so, what do you listen to?
Yes, but it depends what I’m working on. It changes the music I listen to. When I’m stretching paper, canvas or applying gesso, I like loud and upbeat music. When I’m painting, Jazz is always playing.
“I always want to create larger artwork. It’s challenging, but I really have fun with it.”
Do you create in series? Do they relate to each other?
Not really, I paint what I feel needs to come next. I have worked in series before, but I prefer to work spontaneously
What experience do you aim to communicate with your work?
I use a variety of color combinations to communicate many things, but color means something different to everyone. The aesthetic of color and abstract shape working together interests me and how it evokes balance and feeling.
What are you experimenting with at the moment?
Working in large scale. I always want to create larger artwork. It’s challenging, but I really have fun with it.
How are you staying inspired during quarantine?
I try new things. I experiment with different mediums like drawing, sewing, and working with fabrics. The more experiences I have, the more inspiration I get.
Do you collect/have tips for collecting art?
Yes. I’ve traded with other artists and friends. And I like to collect a variety of art pieces; books, sketches, prints and vintage posters.