Perception of Self

Perception of Self

For generations, the gorilla was cast as a monster. From early portrayals in films like King Kong to sensationalized headlines, the image was clear: brute force, aggression, danger. But science and experience have rewritten that story. Through the groundbreaking work...
Standing Tall

Standing Tall

Flamingos are not born pink. Their vibrant color comes from what they consume; algae and crustaceans rich in carotenoids that gradually transform their feathers into brilliant shades of coral, magenta, and rose. Their environment shapes their radiance. Their...
Shedding the Old Skin

Shedding the Old Skin

There’s a moment in growth that feels uncomfortable. Tight. Constricting. Like you’ve outgrown something but haven’t yet stepped fully into what’s next. That’s the energy behind this painting: Shedding the Old Skin. This iguana carries fire. Not the explosive kind,...
Behind the Mask

Behind the Mask

The raccoon has always intrigued me. Clever. Agile. Slightly mischievous. A resourceful survivor. But beneath that familiar black mask lies something deeper.  Misunderstood, the “trash panda” is often viewed in a negative light for their pesky nature of getting...
Transformation

Transformation

Few creatures embody transformation as completely as the frog. From egg to tadpole to land-dweller, its entire life is a lesson in change, patience, and renewal. When I began painting Transformation, featuring a red-eyed tree frog clinging between worlds, I found...
Nature’s Wisdom

Nature’s Wisdom

Owl Spirit Symbolism, Intuition, and Sacred Knowledge in Art Owls have a way of stopping us in our tracks. There’s something about their stillness, their wide, knowing eyes, that feels ancient. It is almost as if they’re looking through us instead of at us. When I...