As a landscape painter, I love the great outdoors, particularly the scenes of the southwestern deserts and coastlines.  Currently, I am drawn to plein air pastels as I enjoy being in nature, looking at a beautiful scene, and translating the emotions of what I see onto the paper.  My hope is that I am able to convey in my art, the feelings of joy and tranquility that I experience when painting. 

Since childhood, drawing, coloring and painting have always been my passion.  While Social Work was my major in collage, painting continued to be my first love and I completed a minor in Fine Art.

Although my career as a social worker was fulfilling, I always wanted to have more time to paint.  In 2003, I retired from social work and began to apply my love for art, now as a full-time artist. Watercolors, and watercolor collage are also medium I enjoy, both outdoor and in the studio.

For me, an even greater reward has been enjoying the camaraderie of fellow artists, studying with plein air masters, and the experience of meeting and getting to know the individuals who appreciate and collect my work.