Plein air painting is central to my artistic practice. Engaging directly with my subject in its natural environment allows me to develop an understanding and connection that cannot be replicated through photographic reference alone. Working on location—often within the constraints of time, weather, and shifting conditions—produces a sense of immediacy and spontaneity in the work that I find compelling. While not every piece is successful, the insights gained through the process are consistently invaluable and inform the evolution of my broader practice.