This is a self-portrait of me with my cat. I experimented with a more abstract style instead of strict realism. Working on a black canvas, I left the darkest areas unpainted so the surface itself could become shadow. Strong contrast is deeply satisfying for me to create and to look at. The subject is simple—me and my pet—but each color was chosen carefully to keep the painting visually alive.Read the story
“I painted this after visiting Las Vegas in 2023.”
I painted this after visiting Las Vegas in 2023. The vivid luxury of a city thriving in a vast desert inspired me. The green, resilient succulent stands for the vitality and strength of our society, while the surrounding red rocks become the valley’s fire. The work holds the contrast between the paradise of Las Vegas and the harsh environment waiting just beyond it.Read the story
“This experimental painting combines a Canadian landscape, a red spider lily, and abstract elements.”
This experimental painting combines a Canadian landscape, a red spider lily, and abstract elements. The message is the cycle of nature: the flower grows near the water and flourishes, then its energy returns to the river, the ground, and the trees. Golden lines symbolize that flow of energy and the cycle of rebirth.Read the story
“Ink conveys the discoloration of dead coral reefs around the world.”
Ink conveys the discoloration of dead coral reefs around the world. Tree roots made from yarn show people on land reaching deep into the ocean and extracting resources until the consequences kill marine life. I created the piece as both a memorial and a call to action for coral reefs lost worldwide. The process drawings and glass coral study helped me understand the structure and growth patterns of coral.Read the story
“This self-portrait places me at the center, dividing the composition.”
This self-portrait places me at the center, dividing the composition. Above is a leopard—my spirit animal and a symbol of the boldness I aspire to. Below is reality: I struggle, fall, and do not always get what I desire. Together, the two halves represent a life cycle that keeps repeating as the future glazes over my present state.Read the story
“Commissioned as a commemorative anniversary gift, this painting reinterprets a decorative glass installation.”
Commissioned as a commemorative anniversary gift, this painting reinterprets a decorative glass installation. Trees represent a learning community and birds represent its students—growing into strong individuals, then taking flight confidently into society.Read the story
This mixed-media piece preserves my childhood. As my teenage years came to an end, I gathered old toys, drawings, and photographs to hold those memories together. Inspired by Van Gogh’s Starry Night, I created a flowing sky where dolls drift like constellations, then encased the work in a plastic layer to suggest memories being protected and concealed.Read the story
“A white lily is examined through scientific and conceptual magnification.”
A white lily is examined through scientific and conceptual magnification. Prints reveal the insect on its leaves, vascular systems, petals, and seed pockets—the reality visible through a magnifying glass. The lower-right image looks for a deeper message, drawing on classical ballet to connect the purity and movement of dance with the life inside a flower.Read the story
“Inspired by Tang dynasty jewelry, this wedding crown reflects women’s historical experience within patriarchal traditions.”
Inspired by Tang dynasty jewelry, this wedding crown reflects women’s historical experience within patriarchal traditions. Historical wedding-crown details merge with red spider lilies, transforming a symbol once tied to inequality into one of rebirth. The work honors mothers and grandmothers whose strength carried them through hardship.Read the story
“A series of paintings created after my trip to Monument Valley.”
A series of paintings created after my trip to Monument Valley. The studies move between close observation and memory, returning to the desert’s monumental rock formations, shifting light, and iron-rich earth.Read the story
“A view along the Canadian lakeshore, framed by seasonal wildflowers.”
A view along the Canadian lakeshore, framed by seasonal wildflowers. The painting gathers the place’s quiet architecture, moving water, and abundant summer growth into one remembered landscape.Read the story
This painting captures sunrise in Yosemite. The morning was so cold when I visited that I added Californian succulents to bring visual warmth back into the scene, balancing the cool mountain air with vivid plant life.Read the story
“These three paintings draw on iconic Canadian lakes and summer life.”
These three paintings draw on iconic Canadian lakes and summer life. People drift on the water at sunset, the breeze moves across docks and boats, and one canvas returns to a quiet deck held in memory.Read the story
“A curated selection of sketches made during years of studying art, including Canadian parks and lakes, Yosemite National Park, a Canadian ski resort, and the Potala Palace.”
A curated selection of sketches made during years of studying art, including Canadian parks and lakes, Yosemite National Park, a Canadian ski resort, and the Potala Palace. The Potala Palace drawing received an International Silver Medal at the 2024 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.Read the story
“A collection of studies focused on the human body.”
A collection of studies focused on the human body. The quick sketches range from five minutes to one hour, while the larger acrylic figure painting took around ten hours to complete.Read the story
“In my hand-drawn video, layered actions and sound show how ADHD can feel overwhelming.”
In my hand-drawn video, layered actions and sound show how ADHD can feel overwhelming. I use this video to normalize and share neurodiversity experiences with people who do not experience these issues.Read the story
“A circular landscape study of a brilliant sunset mirrored across dark water.”
A circular landscape study of a brilliant sunset mirrored across dark water. Broad, layered brushwork moves from hot orange and yellow into violet, blue, and near-black reflections.Read the story
“An observational ink drawing built from energetic lines, cross-hatching, and open paper.”
An observational ink drawing built from energetic lines, cross-hatching, and open paper. The architecture, trees, and moving water are recorded with both precision and speed.Read the story
“A compact study of Monument Valley focused on the contrast between the glowing red formation, the cool sky, and the broken colours of the desert foreground.”
A compact study of Monument Valley focused on the contrast between the glowing red formation, the cool sky, and the broken colours of the desert foreground.Read the story
“A docked vessel becomes the dark anchor of a luminous evening scene.”
A docked vessel becomes the dark anchor of a luminous evening scene. Peach, lavender, and gold move through the sky and water while the pier creates a strong path into the composition.Read the story
“A round-format architectural landscape in which stone ruins, a windswept tree, and a restless sky are constructed from visible blocks of colour.”
A round-format architectural landscape in which stone ruins, a windswept tree, and a restless sky are constructed from visible blocks of colour.Read the story
“A close botanical study pairing pale blossoms with dark, twisting branches.”
A close botanical study pairing pale blossoms with dark, twisting branches. Transparent colour and preserved white paper keep the petals luminous within the ornate frame.Read the story
“Roses and leaves rise in front of a glowing lakeside sunset.”
Roses and leaves rise in front of a glowing lakeside sunset. The oval composition brings together soft botanical colour and reflected evening light.Read the story
“A detailed city and architectural drawing centred on the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet.”
A detailed city and architectural drawing centred on the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet. Dense ink marks and restrained colour build the mountain, palace, roads, and daily movement below.Read the story
“A cabin and parked vehicle sit beneath an expressive canopy of trees.”
A cabin and parked vehicle sit beneath an expressive canopy of trees. Layered ink and coloured pencil turn the surrounding forest into a field of movement and shadow.Read the story
“A desert botanical painting built from dense olive greens and luminous yellow blossoms, with mountains and cacti gathering in the distance.”
A desert botanical painting built from dense olive greens and luminous yellow blossoms, with mountains and cacti gathering in the distance.Read the story
“A spiral-bound sketchbook study of a waterfront neighbourhood, balancing palms, houses, stone, and curving paths through quick observational marks.”
A spiral-bound sketchbook study of a waterfront neighbourhood, balancing palms, houses, stone, and curving paths through quick observational marks.Read the story
“Drawn in Yosemite National Park, this compact colour study records the shift from warm ochre light to cool violet shadow across a distant mountain range.”
Drawn in Yosemite National Park, this compact colour study records the shift from warm ochre light to cool violet shadow across a distant mountain range.Read the story
“Drawn in the Monument Valley region, this minimal landscape study uses pale pink, blue, and green bands to hold the distance between viewer and ridge.”
Drawn in the Monument Valley region, this minimal landscape study uses pale pink, blue, and green bands to hold the distance between viewer and ridge.Read the story
Graphite and colored pencil Monument Valley region
“Made in the Monument Valley region, this close study traces the weight, texture, and changing direction of a fallen tree and surrounding growth.”
Made in the Monument Valley region, this close study traces the weight, texture, and changing direction of a fallen tree and surrounding growth.Read the story
“This is a self-portrait of me with my cat.”
“I painted this after visiting Las Vegas in 2023.”
“This experimental painting combines a Canadian landscape, a red spider lily, and abstract elements.”
“Ink conveys the discoloration of dead coral reefs around the world.”
“This self-portrait places me at the center, dividing the composition.”
“Commissioned as a commemorative anniversary gift, this painting reinterprets a decorative glass installation.”
“This mixed-media piece preserves my childhood.”
“A white lily is examined through scientific and conceptual magnification.”
“Inspired by Tang dynasty jewelry, this wedding crown reflects women’s historical experience within patriarchal traditions.”
“A series of paintings created after my trip to Monument Valley.”
“A view along the Canadian lakeshore, framed by seasonal wildflowers.”
“This painting captures sunrise in Yosemite.”
“These three paintings draw on iconic Canadian lakes and summer life.”
“A curated selection of sketches made during years of studying art, including Canadian parks and lakes, Yosemite National Park, a Canadian ski resort, and the Potala Palace.”
“A collection of studies focused on the human body.”
“In my hand-drawn video, layered actions and sound show how ADHD can feel overwhelming.”
“A circular landscape study of a brilliant sunset mirrored across dark water.”
“An observational ink drawing built from energetic lines, cross-hatching, and open paper.”
“A compact study of Monument Valley focused on the contrast between the glowing red formation, the cool sky, and the broken colours of the desert foreground.”
“A docked vessel becomes the dark anchor of a luminous evening scene.”
“A round-format architectural landscape in which stone ruins, a windswept tree, and a restless sky are constructed from visible blocks of colour.”
“A close botanical study pairing pale blossoms with dark, twisting branches.”
“Roses and leaves rise in front of a glowing lakeside sunset.”
“A detailed city and architectural drawing centred on the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet.”
“A cabin and parked vehicle sit beneath an expressive canopy of trees.”
“A framed landscape study in which layered violet canyons recede behind sunlit ochre cliffs and desert vegetation.”
“A desert botanical painting built from dense olive greens and luminous yellow blossoms, with mountains and cacti gathering in the distance.”
“A small Yosemite painting that places the first burst of sunlight between cool mountain silhouettes and vivid green forest growth.”
“A spiral-bound sketchbook study of a waterfront neighbourhood, balancing palms, houses, stone, and curving paths through quick observational marks.”
“Drawn in Yosemite National Park, this compact colour study records the shift from warm ochre light to cool violet shadow across a distant mountain range.”
“A close study of an irregular stone formation, developed through directional graphite marks and changes in pressure.”
“A Yosemite landscape sketch of a high mountain peak, built with restrained blue, green, grey, and earth-coloured pencil.”
“An atmospheric Yosemite mountain drawing that keeps the foreground soft while sharper strokes gather around the illuminated ridge.”
“A vivid Yosemite travel sketch where a pink-lit mountain rises from cooler blue and green bands of land.”
“An observational drawing from the Santa Monica shoreline, following the rhythm of coastal trees, branches, sand, and the Pacific edge.”
“A page of fast flamingo studies concentrating on posture, curved necks, balance, and repeated movement.”
“A candid figure study drawn from life, placing a seated person within the surrounding structure of an interior.”
“An observational drawing of a courtyard fountain, with strong verticals and repeated edges organizing the open space.”
“A travel sketch in which a pagoda-like structure emerges from dense vegetation and sloping terrain.”
“A sketchbook record of outdoor sculpture, architecture, and garden space observed together.”
“Drawn in the Monument Valley region, this minimal landscape study uses pale pink, blue, and green bands to hold the distance between viewer and ridge.”
“A small Yosemite sketchbook drawing of a mountain mirrored in water, with colour carried vertically through the reflection.”
“Made in the Monument Valley region, this close study traces the weight, texture, and changing direction of a fallen tree and surrounding growth.”
“A vertical architectural sketch focused on the silhouette and upward rhythm of a landmark against open sky.”
“A close botanical line study of a red spider lily, following the flower’s looping petals and long radiating filaments.”
“A quick public-space sketch that captures seated travellers, luggage, and the temporary geometry of a terminal.”
“A live sketch of a figure moving through a garden setting, combining quick ink contours with selective colour.”