At present I am embarking on a long term series called Inuit Influences.

Inuit (Eskimo) art has resonated with me since college days, as the childlike quality of Inuit artwork captures the essence of simplicity, joy and the enduring spirit in all things. Further, their belief in the spiritual and physical liminality between humans and animals  connects with my own interest with animals. Animals have been recurring subjects through the many series I have produced: Jazz Fragments & Rhythm, Pond and Chez Moi.  Some of the innumerable artists that have been my paragons have influenced my style ; Mattise primarily, Franz Marc for the love of abstracted animal forms, Bonnard for his color, Calder for his simplicity and joie de vivre. 

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