Statement:

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Painting serves as a tool to invent and build new worlds. Through painting I create visual narratives that exist as fantasy yet remain embedded in reality. Inspiration for my work stems from the pulpy fantasy magazine Heavy Metal and trading card games such as Magic the Gathering. In addition, RPGs like The Legend of Zelda and Dark Souls also have a significant influence on my work. These games reference common tropes from age old myths and legends and repurpose them to relate to a modern audience. In a similar way that Link’s Master Sword is an evolution of the legend of King Arthur and Excalibur, I see painting as a space to reinterpret the past and reevaluate the future. At the core of my work is the exploration of how ancient myths and legends continue to evolve and resonate with people today.