About the Artist

Background~

Since I was very young, I have found art to be the most healing and satisfying form of expression.  I went to NYC at the age of 18 to study Fine Arts at Pratt Institute, and I was immersed in the art and culture of the city for several years.  I received my BFA in Fine Arts in Painting from Pratt in 2002, then my Masters of Arts in Art Therapy from New York University in 2004. I worked my way back to my hometown of Raleigh, NC over several years and have been back in NC since 2009.  Having worked as a registered art therapist for over 20 years, I very much value the unique language art allows, as well as the soothing process.  In my time back in NC, I have been so inspired by the beauty in motherhood and in the landscape around me, allowing me to recommit to my professional painting work.

Media~

I enjoy painting with oils and acrylics on different surfaces, including canvas, panels, wood, glass, cabinet doors, cigar boxes, etc.  I also enjoy drawing with pencils and pastels. 

Inspiration~

I am endlessly inspired by life around me--people in their environment, animals, plant-life and all of the connections between them.  I enjoy recreating the bold colors, lines and forms that I see, often abstracted to simplified forms.