Artists Statement
In my ceramic tile mosaics I incorporate the imagery of the geometric patterns which are created by the use of pivot irrigation systems used in large scale farming. When viewed from an airplane, the patterns created on the ground look like a series of concentric circles that are bisected by diagonal lines. I have chosen a color palette for each piece that is representative of a specific place, time of day or season that I found to be exceptionally beautiful and harmonious. In my most recent work, I abstract the imagery further by creating ceramic discs that are incised with intersecting lines and circles. The colors and lines are used to encourage the sense of interconnection between each piece. This allows the viewer to mentally connect the pieces to each other while serving to move the viewer’s attention throughout the intersecting discs. Although each disc is separate, they begin to appear to be connected. The overall sensation is that of floating high above the ground and looking down at the patterns created. I have chosen a color palette for each piece that is representative of a specific place, time of day or season that I found to be exceptionally beautiful and harmonious.