In late 2016, I decided to challenge myself to create a black and white body of work. “Creatures” includes ten pieces that explore the balance between dark and light, and a precious coexistence between humans, animals, and plant life.

These pieces were, in part, inspired by the work of English illustrator, Aubrey Beardsley (1872-1898). His pieces create visual harmony through a unique dichotomy of either simplifying or complicating forms and figures.

Like Beardsley, I tend to gravitate towards organic forms, and I am always amazed by his clean lines and control throughout his body of work.