My abstract art is not created to explain the world as it is, but to express how I feel it could be. Through colour, texture, and movement, I try to communicate values that matter deeply to me: peace, hope, tolerance, and respect for the environment. While my abstract work contains no literal figures or landscapes, every shape and every layer is driven by these beliefs. Abstraction gives me the freedom to speak emotionally rather than descriptively, allowing the viewer to connect in their own personal way.
Peace is at the heart of my creative process. When I paint, I am not trying to dominate the canvas; instead, I respond to it. I let forms emerge gradually, building harmony rather than conflict between colours and marks. Even when strong contrasts appear, they are carefully balanced so that no single element overpowers another. This reflects my belief that peace is not about the absence of difference, but about finding a way for differences to exist together without destroying one another. Below is an example of an Abstract painting inspired by peace, hope, and the natural environment, recently completed. Harmony. ( Available to by as a canvas framed print in my Shop).
Hope is expressed through light, movement, and the sense of openness in my work. I often leave space within the composition, allowing the eye to rest and wander. This space represents possibility and new beginnings. Bright or unexpected colours act as visual reminders that even in the darkest areas of life, there is still energy and potential for change. My abstract forms are never fixed; they seem to shift and grow, echoing the idea that the future is not closed, but full of promise.
Tolerance appears in the way multiple textures, shapes, and colours are allowed to coexist on the same surface. Rough marks sit beside soft ones, muted tones blend with vibrant splashes, and nothing is forced into a single style. This mirrors my view that people, cultures, and ideas do not need to be the same to belong. The canvas becomes a space where difference is not only accepted but celebrated. Each element contributes to the whole, just as every individual contributes to society.
The environment is also a strong influence on my abstract art. Natural rhythms, organic forms, and earthy colour palettes frequently find their way into my work. Rather than copying nature directly, I aim to capture its energy and fragility. Layering paint, scraping surfaces, and allowing accidental marks to remain reminds me of natural processes such as erosion, growth, and renewal. These techniques reflect my respect for the planet and my concern for its future.
Ultimately, my abstract art is a visual reflection of my values. It is a quiet but powerful statement about how I believe the world should feel: balanced, compassionate, open, and alive. By removing clear symbols and stories, I invite the viewer to bring their own experiences into the work. In doing so, the message of peace, hope, tolerance, and care for the environment becomes shared, personal, and universal.