Classical Roots, Fresh Perspectives
Artist STATEMENT
Expertise:
Portraiture
My portraits explore the delicate balance between technical precision and emotional truth. Working primarily in charcoal and limited palettes, I create works that merge Eastern essence-based art philosophies to evoke a powerful sense of emotional realism. Drawing inspiration from Rembrandt’s dramatic chiaroscuro lighting and Eastern art influences like the spontaneous spirit of Chinese splashed-ink painting, I fuse meticulous precision with expressive freedom to capture the true essence of my subjects.
My compositions employ deliberate negative space, rhythmic line quality, and calculated tonal contrasts, reflecting my training in both artistic traditions.
Each portrait represents a visual dialogue between opposing forces: light and shadow, presence and absence, revelation and mystery. My fashion design background informs my attention to how elements like posture, gesture, and expression communicate a subject’s unique story.
I believe portraiture at its most profound speaks a universal language that transcends cultural boundaries. Through disciplined technique and conceptual clarity, I strive to create portraits that honor both classical traditions and contemporary sensibilities.