Driven by a desire to reconcile structure with chance, Tom Doran creates unique digital compositions that layer photography and previous artworks. Informed by years of jazz improvisation and the tactile nature of paper collage, his process embraces spontaneity and a pursuit of balance between order and disorder. Tom values fundamental artistic principles, yet intentionally introduces ambiguity to ignite curiosity and encourage viewers to venture beyond familiar perspectives. While often abstract, his pieces resonate with an underlying “soul” and subtly reference the organic forms and energies of nature. Ultimately, Tom aims to craft works that prompt personal interpretation and reveal unseen possibilities, echoing the belief that compelling art poses questions and offers new ways of seeing.

According to Tom: “I use color and texture to challenge but also soothe you. While I don’t require beauty to be an element of my work, I value beauty hence Ease Your Eyes.”