Statement

"Every night when I go to sleep, I see flashes of colors, words, patterns, objects and people that I have etched in my mind from that day. They shape together into new images and designs that are unique to my mind. No one else can see what I am seeing. It is an exciting collage of my life."

Several years ago, after battling breast cancer and a series of tragic events in my life, I quit my job in travel to pursue my love of art. My focus in college was art metals. I have since transitioned into mixed media, fiber, and my current focus is mainly on glass fusing and casting. I also write poetry and song lyrics. I realized that I need to have many outlets to express my visions.

I travel often. So, naturally my travels have affected my art. The ocean world is very prevalent in my work, since I am in the Caribbean often. Also, I will snap photos of colors and patterns for inspiration everywhere like on a wood table or a crack in a sidewalk. I love trying new techniques and styles while overlaying them into my current skills.

I am stimulated by the strong colors and subjects of Paul Gauguin, Henri De Tolouse-Lautrec, Georgia O’Keeffe, Roland Richardson, and many others.

I make my art for myself because I love it and it heals me. I have a hard time parting with my pieces because they are all special to me. But, it gives me great pleasure knowing if someone else sees my vision and loves it too.

Thanks!