Quiet Abundance presents a body of work rooted in close observation and the interwoven relationships that sustain natural environments. Rather than depicting nature at its most dramatic, these paintings focus on moments of stillness—where growth, exchange, and balance unfold quietly over time.

Ponds serve as gathering places within the exhibition, anchoring the work in reflection and accumulation. Trees and plants meet the water’s edge, light settles on the surface, and multiple forms of life coexist in shared space. Surrounding this stillness, flowers and insects reveal another layer of interdependence—pollination, movement, and fleeting contact that quietly sustains abundance.

Together, these works consider nature not as isolated subjects, but as interconnected systems. Quiet Abundance invites viewers to slow their attention, to notice how richness emerges through reciprocity, and to recognize abundance not in excess, but in the delicate balance of interwoven life.

Artist Statement:

My work is inspired by Art Nouveau design, William Morris, Georgia O’Keeffe, and the inherent design found in nature. I am drawn to the vibrant colors of flowers, the subtle textures revealed through light and shadow, and the organic patterns that emerge as plants grow. I find beauty in the way sunlight touches the edges of petals, in the quiet shadows formed by a stamen, and in the bending branches, burls, and curls found in trees and leaves.

I am particularly interested in the interconnected systems within the natural world—how plants, insects, water, and light exist in quiet relationship with one another. Ponds, florals, and pollinators often appear in my work as symbols of balance and exchange, revealing abundance through stillness rather than spectacle. The natural patterns I observe suggest a kind of quiet magic, where growth and transformation unfold over time.

Working primarily in large-scale acrylic paintings on canvas, I create organic interpretations rather than literal representations. My process blends reality with artistic interpretation, allowing each piece to develop its own life and lead to unexpected outcomes. I build layers of color, texture, and light—often combining earth tones with bright accents, dark grounds, and metallic or iridescent paints—to encourage shifting experiences from different viewing angles.

Through this work, I invite viewers to slow their attention and explore the subtle design elements that contribute to the larger whole, finding richness not in excess, but in the quiet abundance of interwoven life.