There is beauty and value beyond something’s use or purpose. There is also use and purpose beyond beauty or value. Whether it’s a stunning sunset that overwhelms our senses or a two-by-four warped beyond use in construction, taking a curious second look can mean finding a greater appreciation for more than we ever expected.

What could look like an eccentric mix of materials and styles is my own intentional choice to gently challenge assumptions (including my own) about art, artists, and life in general. My most important and consistent tool isn’t a brush or saw or pen; it’s the willingness to ask myself, “what if?” What if I look at a broken sidewalk with as much curiosity as I do the brand-new building beside it? What if I looked at the natural world around me as sacred? What if there's a new purpose for something that can no longer fulfill its old one? What if a silly piece of art can have as much value in an individual’s daily life as a great masterpiece? Whether I’m engraving repurposed glass or painting on a fresh canvas, my aim is to practice and share an artistic vocation of compassionate curiosity.