ARTIST'S STATEMENT

My works generally are the result of a continuous refinement of established techniques and experimentation with new and additional materials. Mostly subjects are based on abstracted impressions and memories of different architectural sites I have visited throughout the world. Ancient, and far away places and their unique moods created by light and changing color evoke intense responses and compel me to create my work. In order to capture every mood to my personal satisfaction, the surfaces have to be superimposed and juxtaposed, creating major and minor accents with some kind of harmony.
At times I insert snapshots and add text in different languages representing my fascination with different peoples and cultures in the world. I try to enable the viewer to enter these timeless places that were once inhabited, and now exist only in my mind.
My most recent works, mostly the pure collages, are inspired by memory, time, space, and music.
The icons of memories that I use are often of a personal nature, while the general imagery has a universal appeal. I want the art to appear as if it happened with magical ease. It always pleases me to know that the viewer is able to see and feel many things, but mostly JOY in my images.