Artist’s Statement: Is there a place for “religious” art today? What should it be, what should it look like? Can art speak, awaken, and give comfort in our time? Can art show meaning in life?

I consider my art to be “religious” in that it is based on Biblical language, primarily from the “Old Testament” or “Hebrew Scriptures.” The beauty and power of the Psalms and the Prophets inspire the choice of subject. Because the emphasis is on beauty and power, the work is abstract rather than representational; there is no attempt at portraiture, but rather the use of color and composition to convey expression, movement, and meaning. One popular series celebrates the beauty of creation through large-scale renderings of recognizable plants and flowers.

My commitment to the subject is evident in the scale and sensitivity of my paintings, which aim to communicate through color and composition. While the source of my art is religious, its purpose is not indoctrination. Instead, it seeks to bridge the gap between humankind’s current condition and our search for meaning and purpose in a world characterized by abundance and lack. My experience in gallery ownership has also influenced my approach, ensuring that large-scale works are easy to display and hang. Because the work “speaks,” prices are conservative given the scale and professionalism, enabling it to be seen and heard.