“My painting, Leviathan, refers to the food chain (or web), but is not a literal depiction. The word “leviathan” has come to mean any large sea creature, such as a whale. Both the whale (the large center shape) and plankton are part of the food web.”
“My work Titled “Tondos” is based on looking at the Plankton rather than the Plankton itself, I just keep thinking of these scientists looking and looking through the microscope. My work is a mixed media piece, collage and paint and drawing.”
“My paintings are created in the intersections of science, philosophy and art.”
“I am not a formally trained artist. Instead, my education is in science, having received degrees in fisheries and microbiology at Oregon State.”
There are infinite possibilities when one uses the Earth and its progeny as sparks for creativity.
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