In times of crisis or trauma, people often measure themselves against historical figures in terms of their capacity to survive, overcome, and even thrive in the wake of suffering. We want to believe in a brighter future and in our own resilience and capacity to arrive there. We long for a felt sense of balance and the secure knowledge of our place in a natural order. My abstract paintings, monotypes, and mixed-media works use color, contrast, movement and texture to convey the energy encompassed by the struggle and the beauty sought as its reward. The wholeness and symmetry of circles give a foundation of stability. Bright, fully saturated color announces life’s tenacity and sheds light in the darkness. Deep canyons, sparkling nebulae, and mountainous landscapes offer a view of our relationship with the universe, while botanical elements reflect our biological essence. I want my work to inspire people to persevere through hardship and recognize their purpose for doing so.