While my hands are busy with wax and color, my mind often wanders through the worlds of L.A. Theatre Works. This introduction explains how audio storytelling fits into my studio practice, and why I’m starting to write about the plays that keep me inspired, focused, and very good company.

What happens when centuries-old techniques meet molten wax? In my latest post, I share how I use encaustic and a wax stylus to build vibrant, textured surfaces—one dot at a time. It’s a tactile twist on tradition that keeps viewers leaning in for a closer look.

Curious how Bauhaus, quilting, and wax painting come together? This post reveals the surprising connections—and how they shape my most textured, color-rich work yet.

On a recent trip to Peru, I was struck by how familiar quilt patterns—ones I first learned to stitch by hand in college—appeared in local weavings, echoing the designs I now incorporate into my encaustic paintings. Read more to see how these traditions continue to shape my work.