About.

Artist’s Statement:

Plastic flowers are composed of pigments suspended in a petroleum-based medium that are then formed into the shape of a flower. A painting of plastic flowers is similarly composed of pigments and plastic and formed into the shape of a flower. The line between art piece and object is thin. The qualities that make something look low-brow or bad taste take more work and dedication than they are given credit. My paintings sit in the in-between of fine art and craft. Classical and abstract elements; Semi-precious stones mixed with plastic; plastic flowers in a thrift store vase. My work ultimately explores waste, taste, toil and texture. They are bright, bold, and don’t hold back.

Exhibitions:

• Pomona Valley Art Association’s 43rd Annual PVAA Open Jury Show

• UCI 2023 Juried Undergraduate Show

• Catalyst Undergraduate Art Gallery : Flourish (2022)

• UCI AHUA (Art History Undergraduate Association)
  • Sonder (2022 Publication) *Honorable Mention
  • Aurora (2023 Exhibition)

Education:

• CHAFFEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE – Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • A.A. Studio Arts for Transfer
  • A.A. University Studies of Arts and Humanities

• UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, IRVINE – Irvine, CA
  • B.A. Art w/ Minor in Digital Arts