Working in acrylic, oil, and digital media, my artistic practice centres on three interconnected themes: portraiture, the natural world, and contemporary reimaginings of sacred narratives. I am especially drawn to portraiture because no two faces are ever the same; each carries its own history, character, and dignity. Nature and animals are enduring sources of inspiration and restoration, and they appear just as frequently in my paintings. My work inspired by sacred narratives includes illustrations created for my faith community, as well as thematic series designed for display in worship spaces.
My expressive style combines loose, layered, energetic brushwork, non-naturalistic colour, and semi-abstract representation with richly textured surfaces created through impasto, embroidery, geometric patterning, splatter, and drips. I frequently paint on upcycled household fabrics in place of traditional canvas and occasionally incorporate repurposed vintage frames. Across these subjects, my work invites empathy, contemplation, and a broader understanding of beauty beyond conventional ideals.
Visual art fulfils many functions in my life. It is a creative outlet, a mode of expression and communication, and a way of contributing to the beauty of the spaces my clients inhabit. It is also an important vehicle for my spirituality. I use art in my ministry with children and seniors, in spiritual direction and group work, in personal spiritual practice, and as an educational tool. My studies in Byzantine iconography, Western art history, and art therapy have all informed this aspect of my practice. I often turn to visual imagery to explore and communicate spiritual concepts, and to art-making itself as a form of meditation.
My work is held in private collections in Canada and abroad. I have exhibited in Ontario galleries and exhibition spaces including the Dufferin Museum, Propel, Northern Contemporary, and Leslie Grove, and have participated in Toronto outdoor art shows including ArtWalk in the Square and the Danforth East Arts Fair. My work has also been displayed in several branches of the Toronto Public Library.
