Pan’s Feast is my exploration of the delicate balance between childhood wonder and the complexities of adulthood. This collection is born from a desire to rekindle the joy, curiosity, and freedom I once felt as a child—before life aboard Captain Hook’s crew replaced that sense of play. By reconnecting with my younger self, I’ve learned to view the world anew, vibrant and filled with potential.
Using joint compound and an array of bold, playful colors, I create tactile, immersive pieces that echo the innocence of playing in the mud. Each stroke and texture represents the harmonious integration of my child-like self (Pan) and the responsibilities of my adult self (Hook). The art I create holds space for both—a balancing act between playful imagination and grounded reality.
Through this work, I invite viewers to reflect on their own journeys between the carefree and the complex. Pan’s Feast is not just about returning to play but embracing the fullness of life’s experiences, finding beauty and potential in the tension between the two. It’s a reminder that while the world is real and challenging, it also holds endless possibilities—much like the one I saw as a child, and continue to see today.