Artist’s Statement

My journey as an artist began in seventh grade when my mother bought me a sketchbook. From that moment on, I spent hours each day drawing everything around our home—the rotary telephone, plants, ceramic sculptures, and even my cat. My love for art has only grown since then. Today, I primarily work with gouache and alcohol markers. I’ve had incredible opportunities to paint in Tuscany, Nantucket, Monet’s garden, and throughout the beautiful landscapes of Connecticut.

Beyond drawing and painting, I enjoy all kinds of creative projects such as sewing, collaging, and scrapbooking. Recently, I discovered a passion for sculpting clay gnomes. After crafting nearly 100 of them, I decided to start drawing them too. Now, they are one of my favorite subjects to illustrate—alongside cats, dogs, and flowers. My goal is to create art that brings joy and a sense of peace, and I hope you find that in my work as well.

I’ve worn many hats—working at fast food restaurants, department stores, and as a bank teller—but for nearly four decades, one of my greatest passions has been teaching. I’ve taught at every level, sharing my love of art with students of all ages.

As an artist and educator, I am always developing my skills, continuously drawing, painting, and exploring new-to-me crafts like paper quilling. I am also an active member of an artist community called The Paint Slayers, where I find inspiration and camaraderie among fellow creatives.