Since 1998, I have been passionately creating paintings that capture the essence of sound and translate it into vivid visual representations. To achieve this, I developed a distinctive language based on my own interpretation of musical notation, allowing me to convey the emotions and nuances of sounds through color, movement, at times, repetition and form. Each artwork serves as a unique fusion of auditory experience and visual expression, inviting viewers to explore the world of sound in a new and immersive way.
I have a background in music that began when I started playing the trombone at the age of 10 in fifth grade. I continued playing throughout middle school and high school, and in 2001, I attended the Armed Forces School of Music after joining the United States Marine Corps in December 2000. My journey as a musician came to an end in 2004, but I still pick up my trombone from time to time. In addition, I have a passion for visualizing sounds—not just music—and I continue to incorporate this artistic approach into my creative process.
Here’s a small painting I created in 2006 that explores these themes. This piece measures 12" x 24" and was painted in acrylic on canvas. I titled it "Painting Music in Bass Clef."