Artist’s Statement

About the watercolor paintings created on gesso covered paper.

Some of my paintings start with a clear idea, others are developed intuitively one layer at a time. The first step is to cover the watercolor paper with gesso, using a large brush that can create a distinct texture. Depending on the type of subject matter, the texture will either be toned down, or played up, using other tools to aid in making a livelier texture. After the gesso is completely dry the painting process starts. As each layer of transparent watercolor is applied, and allowed to dry, the entire look of the painting changes, and in turn leads me to the next step. This is a very meditative process. It is pure pleasure to see how the wet layers of color mingle to form subtle textures and new blended hues.