"I typically work on four to five paintings at a time. I begin with simple line drawings of figures based on live models or photographs, gradually building up detail and developing the full composition. To get into a creative rhythm, I listen to alternative music or 1980s new wave - music from my 20s - which often energizes me. Sometimes I find myself dancing around the studio as I work."
"The high ceilings and open layout - connected visually to other artists' studios - make the space feel much larger than its 200 square feet. This openness gives me a sense of freedom and encourages me to fully explore the visual narratives in my work. There's also a subway just outside my window. I love hearing it pass by and imagining where everyone on board might be headed."
"For inspiration, I often visit the New York Botanical Garden and the Bronx Zoo, both of which are close to my studio. The Bronx itself is a lively and dynamic community. There is a strong art community here, and I'm deeply connected to it. I earned my MFA in painting from Lehman College, and I continue to visit former professors and attend exhibitions at the Lehman College Art Gallery."
The studio has been occupied for just over three months. The artist works on four to five paintings at a time, beginning with simple line drawings of figures from live models or photographs and gradually building detail into full compositions. Alternative music and 1980s new wave provide a creative rhythm and sometimes prompt dancing while working. The 200-square-foot space feels larger due to high ceilings and visual connections to neighboring studios, fostering freedom to explore visual narratives. A nearby subway outside the window inspires imaginative scenes. Local sites like the New York Botanical Garden and Bronx Zoo serve as frequent sources of inspiration, and an MFA from Lehman College maintains ties to the local art community.
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