Why I Make Paintings

Sometimes I am asked why I make paintings in this time of trouble.

One reason is that there has always been trouble.
I don't mean that to sound flippant.
People of color have always lived in a time of trouble. My LGBTQIA+ friends have always lived in a time of trouble. Patriarchy, sexism, racism, poverty are all around me, have always been around me, even though there have been times in my life I did not see it.

Making paintings is more important than ever.
Looking at paintings is more important than ever.
Acquiring paintings for your use is more important than ever.

Paintings bring beauty into the world. I believe that we are most able to see beauty by keeping our minds open. Being open allows new possibilities to form, which is of the utmost importance in this time of trouble. For me, painting and looking at paintings keeps my mind open to new possibilities.

Red Ducks On A Morning Pond 34" x 40" o/c 2026