I’m happiest when I’m either out in nature or inside working in my studio. I find inspiration in so much of my environment. The colors in my paintings vary with the subtle changes of the seasons and how the fog and light reflect on the water. Right now I’m doing small mixed media collages and paintings using graphite, torn paper, old letters, photos and other ephemera I’ve collected from my grandmother, and layers of paint. Some of these works on framed panels are covered in resin. One single element traditionally influences the whole piece.

My creative journey started in an old beach house in New England where I grew up, and my amazing parents encouraged my creativity as early as I can remember. My father brought home all kinds of art supplies for us, including a huge drafting table and chalkboard. They encouraged us to paint anything we wanted, including our bedroom walls and furniture.

When I moved to San Francisco I began my career as an artist showing in several Bay Area galleries, including Shorebirds in Belvedere, Greenleaf Gallery in Saratoga and The SFMOMA Rental Gallery in San Francisco. Along the way I also worked as a textile designer, designed closets and offices using CAD, custom window coverings, and I even owned a restaurant. All of these experiences continue to influence my art. You may notice small pieces of rusted silverware in my resin paintings, and fabric prints on some of my canvases.