Tristan is a Portland-based visual artist specializing in expressionist portraiture, blending surreal and abstract forms to dissect relationship themes and explore identity nuances. Guided and inspired by classical artists and contemporary thinkers, Tristan works to bring energy and vibrancy to his paintings. He often is curious about mapping out his internal emotional world on the canvas, exploring feelings we all have. Considering how our feelings impact our sense of our own body is a point of intense scrutiny in his work, with an emphasis often being placed on capturing energy and movement. Tristan navigates contemporary experiences by drawing on a wide variety of historical styles and themes.