About

My Home
I live and work in a secluded mountain-top studio in the Northwest. From my doorway I can walk into the miracles of nature – indigo-topped mountains, the musical sounds of wildlife, resonating colors and filtered sunlight. I then translate the magic of nature to my artwork, incorporating the colors, symbols, and feelings in my designs and paintings.

Artist and Teacher
A multi-media artist and teacher I choose to paint in the style of the old masters, who used a strong traditional background of drawing and oil painting. When I am creating,. my life takes on a new and exciting dimension and I feel totally alive.  It is my hope that the viewer also feels more alive, more contemplative, more excited and enthused with the adventure of meaning and truth.

Artist’s Statement

“When creating I feel I am at one with the creative process. All other thoughts disappear and I find a wonderful fulfilling contentment. My art represents my own highest truth and discovery of the Creator. I like subjects, lines, forms and colors packed with meaning and symbolism and I respond to the constant call of the beauty of the world around me. I strive for the special essence of that beauty to be recognized in my art.”

Education and Studies

Bachelor of Science Degree, Painting and Psychology, Portland State University, Portland, Oregon. Associate of Arts Degree, Clark College, Vancouver, Washington. Postgraduate study at Oregon School of the Arts, PNCA (Portland Northwest College of Arts), Clark College, . Seminar training and workshop training by leading Master Artists.

Awards, Recognition, Featured Shows

North West Artist’s Book, Complete Book of Fabric Painting, Festival of American Handcrafts, Market Profile NW, Voice of Choices Magazine. Banner Award, Harvest Festivals, Archer’s Gallery, Bond Gallery, Edmond’s Gallery, Gallery NW, Sandpoint, Idaho. Recognition for high ethical standards in all work performed: State of Oregon Review. Outstanding Employee Award, Clark College.