The imagery of life beneath the microscope lends itself so beautifully to mosaic form. Optical filters are remnants from the oceanographic industry and generated the color palette for this piece (Emiliana Coccolithophore). Aqua blues and greens feel right for such studies from the sea.
“I was originally attracted to the lacy quality of sections of Angelicque White’s photograph. However, as I began to work with it, a floral image began to appear. Although I have no idea whether the plankton should be considered flora or fauna, I decided to follow that theme. The result is Parum Aqua Flora.”
“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.”