My practice explores memory and the preservation of time through painting, using photography as a foundation. Photos have always played a central role in my life, especially those taken by my dad, who documented much of my childhood. At home, a drawer holds a vibrant collection of his photos from his youth. By juxtaposing these with my own contemporary imagery, I aim to create a dialogue across generations, capturing the nostalgia in his photos and the chaotic energy of youth in mine.

The scale of my work reflects our changing relationship with photography. Large-scale paintings honour the time and care once needed to capture and process images, while smaller, scattered 4×6 works reflect the immediacy and speed of today’s digital photos, quick, sometimes thoughtless moments in a mess of memory.

Painting allows me to reconnect with the people in the photos and the feelings tied to them. Sharing these works with my dad sparked stories and reflections, reinforcing how art can reignite forgotten memories. I hope to invite viewers to consider their own relationships with memory, photography, and the impulse to preserve moments across generations.