


Artist Statement

Methodology:
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My work exists at the intersection of technological evolution, human identity, & the fractured nature of postmodern reality. Informed by surrealism, trans-humanist philosophy, & sociological design, I explore how consciousness, embodiment, & perception are reshaped in an era of rapid digital and biological transformation.
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Through dreamlike imagery, symbolic graphic design & distorted forms, I depict reality in states of augmentation, mutation, & hybridization. These projections challenge traditional representations & evoke tensions between the organic & the synthetic, human & non-human, the real & the virtual—inviting reflection on how systems of design & power shape not only our environments but our very sense of self.
My work offers both a speculative vision of the future & a critique of the present. It engages with the ethics, anxieties, & desires that surround our evolving relationship with technology, while also addressing the political implications of postmodern fragmentation & transhumanist aspirations—particularly how they impact autonomy, agency, & access. Through the lens of postmodern surrealism, I aim to question & reimagine the sociotechnical boundaries of human experience.
Process:
I begin with designing a reference image using AI (MidJourney), which I then refine & compose in Photoshop, adding graphic elements in Illustrator.
Once the digital design is finalized, I prepare the physical surface (MDF Medium Density Fiber Board) — measuring, cutting, & sanding the substrate. I attach the hanging system on the back followed by multiple coats of primer with sanding between layers, & a final white base coat (Interior Flat).
I apply the vinyl graphics & seal the stencil before sketching the outline, typically starting with the most challenging section first. I will brush paint (Acrylic Matte) large solid color blocks as my jumping off point. Working with airbrush in taped & papered-off areas, I build the painting section by section until the piece is complete, then finish by blending it all together for a cohesive final composition.
Depending on the final touches I may add some fine details with a brush or apply embellishments.