My Burnt Wheat Field

"I paint because I have no other better way to respond to the world, life, and everything going on around me."

"Art is much more than just a reaction; it is, first and foremost, a means of understanding the world."

"I create both representational and ornamental pieces. I have a number of closely related personal styles. Concepts and inspiration can come from anywhere, but the key is that they can only be created through and as a result of hard work. A painter must always work to get better. This is true for both technical skills and mental preparation.

"In every piece of art, I ask a question and propose a response. Art should provoke thought and allow for interpretation."

"I've been drawing since I was a child. I remember that I was popular at school thanks to my paintings.  I recall that my paintings made me popular at school. At school, I used to draw and doodle on the desks, and I frequently received unfavorable comments for it. My parents took me to an art school when I was 7 years old, and there I won a competition."