In the lifestyle and mindset I have embraced, two major influences have played a significant role. Firstly, the study of the pre-Socratic ancient Greek philosophers greatly impacted my way of thinking, along with the Ancient Classical artists known for their unparalleled creations of temples and sculptures. The second influence stemmed from the world of Martial Arts, where I delved for nearly 30 years, studying both the martial art itself and Chinese and Japanese philosophers. These are my two most significant inspirations, guiding me to capture both surrealistic and realistic images.

In recent years, I’ve been reflecting my way of life and thinking in my artworks through Stippling. While Stippling is often regarded as an artist’s technical choice, beyond being a technique involving the creation of a design using small dots or marks to form areas of shading, texture, or tone, another element that makes stippling unique is its time-consuming nature. Since stippling involves forming an image using countless individual dots, it demands ascetic-like perseverance, patience, and attention to detail. However, the final result can be an incredibly intricate and complex work of art that is not only visually striking but also provides both the creator and the viewer with a distinct opportunity to delve deeply into the nuances of the painting’s episodes