Wildfire East of the Cascades

My source of inspiration is the great outdoors. Growing up in a small town in the Philippines gave me the opportunity to appreciate nature. Living in Hawaii and then Washington State solidified my respect for the environment. Both Hoh National Forest and Wildfire East of the Cascades were inspired by the beauty of the Northwest. Each artwork represents a unique climate pattern that is common in this region. My art is classified as photo-realism, a genre based on actual photographs. Through art, I convey an actual environmental situation and our responsibility to protect nature. –Artist statement