Reveries and Delirium
This series explores the human soul in varying states of consciousness and sanity. This series draws from a variety of inspirations including Dante's Divine Comedy, the works of William Blake, and contemporary folklore.
8x10" | Oil on Linen
Spellbound
Often underestimated is the influence that a dream or reverie may have over us; it can enrapture us in a spell, both in slumber and in the waking world.
To control a dream is to wield power. This painting asks: what is controlling your dreams, and where do your dreams lead you?
14x18" | Oil on Linen
The Bayou Styx
Inspired by Dante's Divine Comedy this piece is an interpretation of Styx, a swamp filled with those who let anger consume them in life. The souls are naked and filled with rage and sorrow, gurgling because they are unable to speak (Inferno 7:109-126).
On Display
100 Lafayette Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
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8x10" - Open Edition
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11x14" - Edition of 100
11x14" | Oil on Linen
The River Phlegethon
Inspired by Dante's Divine Comedy this piece represents the end of the Phlegethon river, which is filled with boiling blood engulfing the souls of those who engaged in violence. The figures portrayed are at the very end of the river clinging to a protruding rock, suggesting their violent deeds are relatively minor compared to those in deeper sections of the river. Still, they are in anguish (Inferno 12:121-126).
On Display
100 Lafayette Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70801
11x14" | Oil on Linen
The River Acheron
Inspired by Dante's Divine Comedy, this piece portrays Charon, the ferryman of the dead, as he pilots a raft along the banks of the Acheron River which are filled with corrupted and tortured souls that are described as naked, discolored and full of woe (Inferno 3:100-108).
11x14" | Oil on Linen
Purgatorio
This piece leverages contrasting elements and symbolism to reflect how two different souls may experience purgatory. One is seated emotionless on a higher pedestal, nearly avoiding flames which reach up and envelop the foot. The other sits on a lower ridge and is consumed by a great sadness.
