Artist Statement
As a cyanotype artist, I am drawn to the intersection of light, time, and organic form. With its deep, evocative blues and rich textures, the cyanotype process allows me to explore the delicate balance between control and chance. Each piece begins with a simple but intentional arrangement of natural elements—leaves, flowers, fabric—that I then expose to sunlight. The transformation that occurs during the exposure process is both mysterious and beautiful, as light and chemistry capture the fleeting imprint of the subject.
For me, cyanotype is more than just a printmaking technique; it is a meditation on the impermanence of life and the quiet, often unnoticed beauty found in nature. The blue tones evoke a sense of timelessness, inviting the viewer to pause and reflect on the rhythms of the natural world. Whether in the intricate details of a fern's fronds or the abstract patterns of light and shadow, each cyanotype speaks to the layers of life and the passage of time. The process is inherently unpredictable. Clouds, dust, and shifts in light contribute to the uniqueness of each work. It is through this unpredictability that I find a connection to the way nature itself unfolds—always in flux, always revealing new forms and patterns. By embracing this uncertainty, I invite the viewer to experience the beauty of the unknown, the mystery of transformation, and the quiet stillness that emerges from the interplay of light and shadow. Through my work, I hope to offer a moment of reflection, a chance to connect with the timeless beauty that surrounds us, and an invitation to embrace both the known and the unknowable in our shared experience of the world. |