I believe strongly in the power of ART. An artist’s touch can be read not just visually, but also emotionally and psychologically.
My work is primarily abstract and references my life: everything from homes to hearts to gardens. Play, growth, love, and time are on my mind consistently.
I often build my work up through layers. There is a certain "reveal" that I want to share with viewers. "Perfect" to me is often a bit raw. I want the process - even the "ugly" parts sometimes - to be seen. It feels authentic. It feels right.
I grew up in northern Michigan and Central Indiana. Four days after graduating from high school, I was on a train traveling cross country to Portland, Oregon. After earning my B.F.A. in Painting from Cleveland Institute of art, I traveled to New Mexico and lived there for two years.
For the last 25 years I’ve called Portland, Oregon home. I take inspiration from my relationships with people and my experiences outdoors. Painting for me is an intuitive process which I hope you’ll enjoy.