Big Top

Honorable Mention // Shrode Fine Art & Craft Competition and Exhibition // Cedarhurst Center for the Arts // Mt. Vernon, Illinois

Big Top captures the nostalgia of an early twentieth-century circus brimming with spectacle, rhythm, and motion. The composition merges the intricate detail of the Radiate Series with the bold color planes of the Transfer Series, creating a dynamic visual dialogue between complexity and restraint. Indulge in the smell of popcorn as the ring master’s voice booms over the playful swell of the pipe organ. A vibrant carnival of color dances across the surface, capturing the grandeur of a bygone era — an atmosphere thoughtfully reflected in its title.