Artist Statement: In my body of work, I delve into the intricate dance between chaos and order through abstract collage. Each piece begins with the careful dissection of my own paintings—transforming the familiar into sections that invite new interpretations. This tedious process of cutting, reassembling, and layering is both meditative and invigorating, as I seek to uncover hidden narratives within the remnants of my past creations. The act of dismantling my paintings serves as a personal reflection on transformation and the cyclical nature of art. By giving new life to these pieces, I explore themes of memory, identity, and the passage of time. Each collage becomes a tapestry woven from layers of emotion and experience, where the remnants of one work inform the birth of another. This process, while labor-intensive, allows me to embrace the unexpected. It invites spontaneity into my practice, as I respond intuitively to the shapes, colors, and textures before me. The resulting compositions speak to the beauty of imperfection, revealing a world where the discarded finds purpose and harmony. Through this exploration, I hope to encourage viewers to consider their own narratives of separation and reconstruction. Just as my art evolves through this meticulous process, so too do our lives, constantly shaped by the experiences we choose to embrace or let go. Each collage stands as a testament to the power of transformation—reminding us that from the fragmented, something new and beautiful can emerge.