Artist Statement:
The work explores relationships between fine art and the subcultures of Americana found in automotive customization, style writing, calligraphy, comic books, skateboarding, snowboarding, and street art—all of which display extremely high technical values developed outside of academia. I identify with these values and am diligent in my attention to the quality and individuality of each work.
While working, I am always thinking of the customization process, I am constantly searching for each sculpture’s potential uniqueness. I continually play with balance, both physical and aesthetic, creating a visual smoothness or sleekness, what I call “Super Sleek."