6 Minute Sixpack Painting

My practice is informed by realistic figurative painting, but with each painting I delve more into the surreal and abstract. I am fascinated by hands and how they reveal our character. I love to incorporate hands into portraits or allow them to exist in compositions on their own. I am interested in the subtle nuances of colour that lie not only in hands but all extremities (ears, feet) — these are a reminder of the complexity of being human. In my practice I often emphasize the vibrant reds that sit underneath the flesh. My recent series of paintings is inspired by dreams. I portray myself in the midst of confusion and haste. I use a vibrant palette which implies a departure from material reality. I am extremely drawn to the combination of blue and orange, which appeals to me on an intuitive level.