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My path to becoming a painter has never been a direct and straight line. Over the years, I've been a prolific maker of many things: hand painted furniture, weaving, jewelry design, journals, hand beading, just to name a few. If something calls to me, I want to jump right in and immerse myself in the creative process. Although I have my BFA from Villanova University, it took me a few decades and lots of life experiences to really grow as an artist. Sometimes life throws us a few curve balls and it has been my gift of creativity that has helped me grow and heal the most. In 2019, I underwent treatment for a very aggressive form of breast cancer. In 2020, the pandemic hit. In 2021, I lost a brother and both parents within 9 months. What I have learned over all these years is that I am happiest and most fulfilled when I am making art that helps not only myself but others heal as well. Life is a journey, and a beautiful one at that. 

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Back in college, painting was my focus but I really discovered my painting voice again when my husband and I were hand building a large stone wall in the front of our house in 2014. We connected with so many people while we worked outside that knew I wanted to contribute something that would continue to connect people in person long after the stone wall was finished. So I asked my husband to build a little free library next to the wall when the project was complete.  I painted our first library in bright colors and whimsical patterns. Then we built a triple decker castle library next to it for children. Before long, I was doing commissioned work and donating a library to a local children's hospital. One day it occurred to me that I could translate my same painting style from a library box to canvas and works on paper. I discovered an amazing vehicle to explore my inner landscape. Since then, I've been exhibiting and selling my work in a variety of venues and juried shows. 

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My work is painted primarily on 140 pound cold press watercolor paper using acrylics, markers, pastels, pens, and all kinds of ephemera. Words, maps, and numbers are prominent in my art. I also create watercolor pieces featuring my original poetry.   

 

I live outside of Philadelphia with my husband Breen and our two dogs, Jack and Coco. 

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