Color is the dominant force in my paintings because I believe color has the irresistible drawing power of chocolate or opiates.  The secondary force is texture because texture brings a sculptural presence that enhances the color. 

Although color and texture are my focus, I do not plan my palette beforehand nor do I plan the exact types of materials I will use to create a body of work.  By weaving the pigments and textures together the elements become indistinguishable from each other, just as a musician combines notes and instruments in a musical composition.

Photo by Hogan Carter 2009