My Wave Over Me series is rooted in the calming presence of Lake Michigan. Using layered textures and intentional paint movement, I aim to help viewers feel the same sense of quiet, grounding, and relief that the shoreline provides. The pieces invite people to stand still, breathe, and imagine the water stretching out before them. Many incorporate real beach sand collected from New Buffalo Public Beach, Warren Dunes, and other Southwest Michigan shores — artwork that doesn’t just depict the coast, but contains it.

In contrast, my Controlled Chaos series channels the rapid-fire thoughts and restless energy of my mind. At first glance, these paintings may appear disorganized or unpredictable, but a closer look reveals a deliberate, semi-uniform structure beneath the surface. The series balances chaos and intention — mirroring the way I navigate my own thought patterns.

My New Buffalo Glow collection captures the vibrant light, color, and atmosphere of the region I call home. These sunset paintings hold the golden hour over Lake Michigan — the slow fade from amber to violet, the stillness that settles as the day ends.

This led to the development of my Let It Glow backlit feature series, a patent-pending design that combines painting with integrated lighting to create a dramatic, illuminated visual effect. These works span multiple genres but share one unifying element: they transform the viewing experience through controlled, internal glow.

Additionally, I continue to expand my licensed University of Notre Dame collections, which include both fine art and photography. These pieces reflect my connection to the University and its powerful visual identity. As a South Bend native and one of only a handful of officially licensed Notre Dame artists, this work holds special meaning for me.