Artist Statement

My current series explores the interplay between fabric folds, the technique of trompe l'œil, and the structure of the grid. By examining these elements within a still-life context, the work draws on two art historical threads: the representation of fabric folds and the tradition of single-object still-life paintings.

I am interested in the visual and conceptual possibilities of painting unfolded fabric, and exploring how a flat surface can represent a three-dimensional object. The familiar objects I paint, such as handkerchiefs and teatowels, can carry personal associations, yet I seek to maintain an open-ended interpretation by isolating them from any specific context. Drawn to the subtle traces of human interaction left on the fabric, I enjoy the visual tension between order and disorder. When the fabric is unfolded, it introduces disruptions to the grid, revealing this interplay.

The layering of oil paint enhances the dialogue between order and complexity, which creates depth and luminosity. The paintings can lead us to question the nature of representation; while the viewer might see the image of a handkerchief, they are ultimately looking at a skin of oil paint on a fabric surface. This invites the viewer to consider the boundary between reality and illusion in their perception of space.