artist statement
My work is autobiographical, a visual diary of personal thought processes and experiences. I am interested in the human psyche, in pushing the boundaries of our mental capabilities, and the cultural anthropology of our societies. I aim to combine various aspects of these in my studio practice, whilst continuing a personal narrative throughout. Having a keen interest in ecology and wildlife, both have a large presence in my work. Combining these aspects I implement the use of various media and techniques, traditional and non-traditional, to create kitsch and often gaudy imagery.
bio
I received my BFA in Painting from the University of Iowa, USA, in 2004 and a Masters in Fine Art from the Burren College of Art and NUI Galway in 2008. I was recipient of the Tyrone Guthrie Award, 2006, and in 2007 I was awarded the Tulca Residency award at the Cow House Studios. Recently, I completed a residential award at the Centre d'art i Natura in the Catalan Pyrenees. I've has been involved in many exhibitions, group and solo, most recently at Pallas Contemporary Projects, Centre d’art i Natura in the Catalan Pyrenees, and the Stone Gallery, Dublin. My most recent exhibitions have included Of Men and Mountains, with Anita Delaney at Pallas Contemporary Projects, and the Northend Studio Film Festival, Northend Studios, Detroit, MI, USA.