I have always loved Sumi-e (Japanese brush painting). It has simplicity and elegance, and the act of painting is is very meditative. Another art movement that has been impactful to me is Abstract Expressionism. The act of painting in this way is also very meditative, even though the process is very different. I have tried to combine the two by creating an Abstract Expressionistic canvas for the Sumi-e. Although one is simplistic and the other can be very busy, I am always amazed as to how they work together to create an experience that each of them alone would not tell. I hope you enjoy my paintings.