Kevin Dodds Gallery & Studio, 2015, Ottawa

Artist's Statement

I enjoy using a variety of mediums and sometimes alternating between abstract, landscape and floral. Each medium gives me the opportunity to experiment with light, colour and line variations.

My abstract paintings are intuitive, lyrical, expressive compositions - I call them my energy series. Abstract expressionism allows me to explore various ways of expressing my emotional connection with the natural world. Each painting is a step into the unknown as I work to express nature’s energy between the chaotic and the peaceful. My intent is to create enticing compositions through spontaneous colour choices and intuitive application of paint. I also use this creative process to depict not only the beauty of a scenery, but also the unforeseen or unpredictability of nature. I’m inspired by its infinite arrangement of color, line and shapes found in gardens, the ocean and astronomical imagery. I never know what direction the image will take as I add each layer of paint, drawn line or gestural brushstroke. My goal is to explore ways to initiate an emotional connection between my images and the viewer.

The use of vibrant colours, fractal design, and the study of micro to macro has also influenced my work. Some observers claim to see different forms or images in these paintings that may not be intentionally created.

My landscape paintings are simplified colour compositions inspired by the southwestern landforms and the beautiful countryside scenery across Canada and United States.

My influences are: Wassily Kandinsky, Georgia O'Keeffe, Helen Frankenthaler, and Alex Janvier.
When I'm not painting, I'm experimenting with photography or creating graphic/photographic collages.