A key part of my creative process is a multi-staged technique I call Coloric Immersion, during which the clearly defined, fairly precise visual outline of the early stages of painting is distorted and given special treatment. This special process takes place in a dedicated chamber, where, through a physically exhausting and mentally draining procedure, a visual identity is assigned to each painting. This stage of the creative process is unpredictable and without a set duration. Until this process is finally finished, it closely resembles a child’s messy drawing board. At this point, the work is ready for the next stage.

My ultimate goal is to transform this child’s chaotic drawing board into an emotionally meaningful, visually appealing piece of art that encourages viewers to share their unique interpretations. During this next stage, I remove each painting from the Coloric Chamber and bring it back to my studio table, where I can briefly reconnect with my days as a surgeon. Using a scalpel and forceps, I begin dissecting the surface of the painting, removing what doesn't belong on the canvas. This stage also provides an opportunity to carve away the surface, revealing hidden details of the work. 

Coloric is a word I adopted from ‘caloric’ because the process is similar to the heat energy that is generated in a caloric experiment. In this case, individual painting undergoes a proprietary process in an energy-rich, immersive color medium. Generally speaking, it's a lengthy and intricate process because each painting, even after the initial immersive treatment, is revisited and reworked until it is deemed acceptable. Besides waiting for the pigments to dry, I believe each painting must reach a certain level of maturity before I can proceed with it. The pause between this step and the next can last anywhere from seven to forty days, giving me time to reflect on why I started the project, where it currently stands, and where it is heading.