Artist Statement
In my design practice, I'm a minimalist at heart. I believe good design communicates effectively with the least amount of information necessary. At the center of my design process—and one of my favorite parts—is extensive research. I begin all design projects the same way: scrolling through articles and webpages I may never otherwise visit, jotting down notes about what initially stands out to me, and endlessly sketching out all my “bad ideas.” Accepting that my first thoughts are my worst thoughts drives me to sketch quickly, sloppily, and prolifically. The thick, permanent lines of a Sharpie are my friend in the early stages, allowing me to quickly judge my ideas without getting bogged down in the details.
Writing has become an integral part of my practice. I often wonder about value in art and how my writing and documentation of the process can influence or change the value of a piece. I often dive deep into the conceptual, asking questions rather than searching for answers. I’m fascinated by how art can provoke thought and challenge boundaries—especially in how it can question both contemporary and traditional definitions of itself and its own nature.
I believe that art exists not only in the tangible and the visible but also in the intangible and the unseen. It's about the act of being present, not just as an observer but as a participant in the act of creation. This belief has led me to explore the profound power of thought, contemplation, and introspection as legitimate forms of artistic expression.
My art often questions conventional boundaries. It challenges the need for final objects, wondering if the process itself, the act of creating and thinking, can be equally if not more significant than any physical artifact. It blurs the lines between internal and external, inviting viewers to engage not only with what they see but also with what lies beneath the surface.
Ultimately, my process is a constant exploration of how simplicity, thought, and the act of creation shape our experience. By focusing on what’s essential, I hope to invite viewers to look beyond the surface and engage with the quiet impact of the unseen.
Creative Manifesto
These principles serve as my guide to staying creatively free, prolific, and grounded. This is how I fight against a system designed to waste my attention.
1. Slowness as an Act of Rebellion
In a culture of speed and instant output, taking your time is resistance. Let work incubate. Don't wait for clarity—let clarity come through making.
2. Not Everything Needs an Audience
Make things with no intention to publish. Maintain a private sketchbook. Let some ideas stay yours alone. Visibility is not the goal—growth is.
3. Platforms Are Labs, Not Galleries
Stop treating social media as a place for polished outcomes. Share thought fragments. Post questions instead of statements. Test, don't perform.
4. Perfection Kills Momentum
Don't wait until you're ready. Ship sketches, fragments, and frameworks. Let others see you mid-thought. Movement matters more than completion.
5. Curate Deep Community
Seek real conversation over broad reach. Find sharp thinkers who challenge your ideas. Form tight circles where friction sparks growth, not platforms that flatten nuance.
6. Cut Fluff, Keep Depth
Strip away what doesn't matter. Prioritize precision and clarity. Keep the work minimal and let the complexity live beneath the surface.
This is how I stay free in a system built to flatten difference. This is how I think, make, and move.