Another major influence on his work is the Gnostic deity named Abraxas, of mythological origins and in Jungian psychology, represents paradoxical conflict. Additionally, he translates similar arcane teachings and philosophies from various cultures into his artistic vision and relationship to shapes. His work has been featured in The New York Times, TIME magazine, W magazine, New York Magazine, Purple Magazine, American Vogue, Italian Vogue, British Vogue, French Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, The Last Magazine, and Nowness.com.
