My mixed media paintings are a combination of technique, design, and expression of ideas using a variety of materials. I utilize gesso as a form in the priming process to create raised areas of shape and texture. Some paintings have gesso mixed with organic materials such as leaves, seeds papers or fabrics. I apply layers of hand gilded metal leaf in copper, gold or silver sheets into some of the art. Consecutive layers of color washes or thick strokes of oil paint are applied. Metallic powders are applied in the final stages of the creation process. The canvas is then sealed with varnish after all the materials have cured.
