Artist Statement
My rationale in artistic production leads me to explore art of antiquity. I-generally-have a going back to the source tendency when searching for concepts to further. I tend to gravitate towards art that exhibits complexity, detail and avoidance of realistic depiction. Markedly, the art of Mesoamerica, Maya art specifically, speaks to me. Moreover, as a native Texan I revere the cultural bond we share with Mexico and the Americas: we remain culturally and geographically partnered.

My current body of work draws from the various Maya cultures and most specifically the steles of the highland and lowland Maya cultures collectively. The iconography of my sculptures originate from my drawings. I ‘see’ the potentialities and further their emergence. It remains essentially drawing and my choice of tools facilitates a rich complex surface abundant in textual information.

My use of neon creates an interesting juxtaposition. The ‘coolness’ of the metal in concert with warm neon lighting facilitates an interesting partnership. Exploring the past, coupled with modern materials and practices, stimulates my artistic sensibilities. Additionally, I have a passion for exploring processes. My work in intaglio printmaking, large format film, neon and bronze casting illustrate my interest in process extensive art forms. In accord, I live for the journey of exploration and discovery.


Education: BFA-printmaking-Southern Methodist University 2010.
                            Dallas County Community Colleges Aug. 2005-2008
                            Apprentice under John H. Slocum 1990-92. Neon Specialist

Teaching Experience: Assistant. Ed Waldrum’s School of Neon. 2004

Awards:       Full Scholarship Southern Methodist University
                            List of Distinction Honor Student Southern Methodist University
                            Exploration Grant: Investigating Guatemala

Selected Exhibitions:
                        2010           Ideaman Studios. Transformation through Destruction solo exhibition
                                                Dallas, TX. Self-curated.
                                                University of Dallas, Printmakers and their Professors, Irving, TX.
                                                Spring Show, Doolin Art Gallery, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX
                        2009            Daimler Financial Systems, Experiencing Perspectives, Ft. Worth, TX
                                                Craighead Green Gallery, New Texas Talent, Dallas, TX. Group Show
                                                Doolin Art Gallery, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX. Group Show.
                                                Dallas Center for Contemporary Art, Dallas, TX. Group Show
                        2008            Old Jail Art Center, Albany, TX. Group show
                        2006             Dallas Center for Contemporary Art, Dallas, TX. Group show                    
                                                 Plush, Dallas, TX. Group show
                                                 Old Jail Art Center, Albany, TX. Group show    
                        2005            Dallas Center for Contemporary Art, Dallas, TX. Group show
                        2004            Irving Blvd.Gallery Dallas, TX. Group show.
                        2003           Dallas Center for Contemporary Art, Dallas, TX. Group show
                        2002           500X, Dallas, TX. Group show.