I am both a composer and a painter, drawing inspiration from the world of visual art and sound. I believe in the power of combining painting and music to express deeper, more unified stories.

My journey with painting was rekindled during a pre-pandemic visit to Amsterdam, where I participated in a workshop at the Van Gogh Museum. Since then, I’ve been creating actively through the California Bijutsu Club in San Jose for over five years.

I primarily work in acrylic on canvas, often using palette knives to capture texture and emotion. Recently, I’ve been exploring ink and watercolor, drawn to their fluidity and translucency. Color plays a central role in my work, shaping each piece’s atmosphere and rhythm.

My subject matter spans landscapes, still life, portraiture, Surrealism, and abstraction. While varied, each genre reflects a different thread in the broader narrative I wish to convey. For me, genre is a storytelling tool—not a constraint.

My exhibitions include the California Bijutsu Club shows (2019, 2022, 2023), and several juried shows at the Coastal Arts League, including “A Moment in Time” (2024), “Anything Goes” (2024), “In the Garden” (2025), and the ongoing “Imagine This!” (Honorable Mention).

I often begin with a theme or object that stirs my imagination, then weave emotion and narrative into the work. Looking ahead, I aspire to compose music that pairs with my paintings—uniting image, rhythm, and resonance—to invite viewers on a journey that speaks to both the eyes and the heart.