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Guardians of the Lake
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A poetic meditation on stillness, presence, and the gentle humor of nature’s quiet authority, inspired by three great white egrets standing guard at a Carmel Valley lake.
The Quiet Ones of Marina
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A gently humorous and poetic reflection on a stylized diptych of a rural scene in Marina, CA, where cows, trees, and warm cinematic light become metaphors for the artist’s fragmented storytelling and quietly mystical creative process.
Symphony of the Ocean - The Maestro at Asilomar
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Through humor, introspection, and a touch of musical nostalgia, the story reveals how the sea mirrors my creative process, unpredictable, stubborn, emotionally indulgent, and always performing for an audience that may or may not be paying attention.
The Girl in the Bubble
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Blending Parisian elegance, dreamlike tension, and gentle humor, the story explores the thin boundary between reality and imagination, revealing the artist’s fascination with mysticism, fragmented storytelling, and the poetic absurdity of everyday life.
The Confessional at Puro Caballo
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In the Valle de Casablanca, I encounter a solitary companion whose steady gaze becomes an unexpected catalyst for exploring grief. This fictional narrative reflects on loss, presence, and the strange comfort found in unexpected places.