A Little bit about myself:

I am originally a native of the Washington, D.C. area. I was a Gerontologist for seven years. I have been director of care management for two geriatric care management firms. I also provided consulting services for eldercare providers, as well as speaking engagements and continuing education for estate planners, long term care insurance providers, nursing home administrators, nurses, social workers and the MS Society.

While working in healthcare, my art was a form of self therapy. Disease and death, disengagement and decline of the physical body, is difficult to watch. Creating new, permanent things was a way of consoling myself when an elderly friend or client passed away. After losing a very dear young friend, I took a sabbatical from eldercare consulting, and re-evaluated how I wanted to spend the hours that I’d devote to work. I spent every spare minute painting whatever came to mind. As each of our children was born, light replaced the dark space, and my mind was fresh again. I decided to pursue art as a vocation, rather than return to healthcare.

I have painted in my free time since 1999, and now work exclusively as an artist. Mediums include fiber, oils, acrylics, and watercolor. On occasion, I also construct functional art from local driftwood. Being an artist allows me to be at home with my little ones, and taps into a part of me that was never utilized in my prior positions in the health care field. I have been pleasantly surprised at the positive response I have received on my work, and the personal and spiritual enrichment painting brings to my life.

Artist’s Statement:

My work is uncomplicated. Playful and fluid, yet deliberate in placement and use of hue. I start each new piece with a sketch, then build a painting by using many layers of color. My artistic style is inspired by my young family. Since being a mother, I find myself drawn to subjects involving familial ties and nature. I often use a palate of five or less colors, and enjoy the challenge of mostly monochromatic works.

Galleries Currently Featuring My Work:

Gallery B, Bethesda, Maryland

Gallery 90, Hospice of Greater Washington

Fra Angelica Gallery, Fifth Street Arcade, Downtown Cleveland

Circle Gallery, Historic Annapolis, Maryland

Past Representation / Shows

-Martha Stewart “American Made” 2013 Audience Choice Nominee – Fibers

-Fine Art Europe Website Contest Nominee: The Holy Family

-Circle Gallery, Annapolis, Maryland, Member Summer Show, 2013

-Circle Gallery, Annapolis, Member Spring Show, 2013

-Cleveland Public Library “Women in the Arts” Exhibit, Spring 2012

-“Sankofa: Learning from the past, looking toward the future”, Cleveland International Airport Show, Summer 2011.

-Artist’s Review Today Gallery, The Galleria at Downtown Cleveland, 2008-2009

-Mac Worthington Gallery, North High Street Arts District, Columbus Ohio, 2008.

-Fra Angelica Gallery (Historic Avon, Ohio) 2005-2007

Welcome!

Nov 4 Name change? Still in process…

Oct 31 “Saguaro View” in process/on my easel today…