My paintings explore the complementarity of abstraction and representation, and the relationship between the animate and the inanimate. Geometric forms combine with organic, curious, and "accidental" shapes to make inferences to recognizable forms, while rendered objects fuse, morph or sit juxtaposed with abstract shapes. I am drawn by the mystery of why the inanimate, including painting itself, should so often and so urgently feel sensate, though in a manner unique to itself. I see painting as a physical and philosophical practice, one which examines the nature of reality, the relationship between mind and matter, and the interplay of fact and value.

The Schoolhouse is located at 494 Commercial Street, in Provincetown's historic East End Gallery District. The galleries are open daily from 11, and always by appointment. For information, please call Michael Carroll(508) 487.4800. xt 105