7ft x 4 ft graphite drawing on Stonehenge, 2023

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"Creature of Habit" examines the intricacies of cyclical destructive patterns, vividly portraying the relentless struggle to break free from self-imposed limitations. Figures are engaged in a tumultuous dance, their bodies intertwined in what feels like a loop as they topple over each other. The visual narrative unfolds through the tension in their contorted forms, each movement seemingly echoing the last, conveying the formidable challenge of escaping ingrained habits. Despite the apparent turmoil, the figures wear expressions of eerie neutrality, suggesting an unsettling acceptance of their fate. The subtle facial details, highlight the paradoxical nature of internal conflict. The viewer is confronted with the realization that these characters, though engaged in a battle against their own destructive tendencies, remain entrapped in a cycle that refuses liberation. "Creature of Habit" prompts reflection on the resilience of harmful habits, questioning the silent acquiescence that can accompany even the most fervent desire for change.