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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 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.
The Whispering Botanists
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A whimsical meditation on fragility and friendship, “The Whispering Botanists” transforms ordinary grass heads into soulful characters, conversing softly across a field of memory and time.
Where the Ocean Remembers
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This stylized photographic work captures the mood of memory and solitude, using a haunting palette and textural layers to explore the intersection of place, emotion, and time.