The surfaces of my mixed media paintings are adorned with a combination of multiple layers of acrylic paint, paper collage, litho crayon and nylon thread. I am fond of abstract imagery, which are depicted in these visual narratives. Incorporating concepts of scale, space, rhythm and movement, lend to the perspective of each piece. There is a reliance on repeated patterns, gestural lines and grids. Patterns that exist in nature intertwine with personal stories to inspire the compositions. I began hand stitching nylon thread directly into certain pieces. This subtle, beautiful detail of fiber infuses the canvas and adds a sense of permanency and reinforcement.