Angles and lines, repeating patterns, and some circles – for relief. Angles and lines represent boundaries. I like boundaries, they make me feel safe. I’m an introvert and I find it stressful to cope with chaos. As I compose a piece, I’m working out my thoughts and ideas, some dealing with the chaos. Other works are lighthearted, a playful look at life from an introvert’s perspective. I begin by drawing little sketched patterns on paper, dividing space. It frees me of distractions so I can focus my thoughts. I start to see things happen within the drawing and an idea for a painting begins to emerge. I transfer the drawing to the canvas. Alkyd is my medium of choice, but I also paint in acrylics. As I paint, I feel myself move into the painting. I work until I find what I’m looking for — balance, harmony in smooth color fields, edgy transitions between the angles and lines, repeating patterns, and then some circles – for relief.