I am an artist, teacher, and single mom of four boys, florist, gardener, and keeper of chickens, not necessarily in that order depending on the day. In my portrait work I enjoy exploring what makes my subject, whether human, animal or plant, tick; discovering the subjects unique connection to the world around us, both spiritual and physical, and exposing hidden beauty, sadness, and humor. I enjoy the flexibility of working in many mediums and believe this allows me to capture the special nature of each subject. I often use my artwork as a form of therapy and healing and I end up doing a lot...more
