ABOUT ME …
I started painting almost thirty years ago as a result
of a "happy accident". Determined to do anything to escape the
wonderful routine of caring for my two, small delightful daughters, I enrolled
in a watercolor class when the introductory “guitar class” (which I preferred)
was unexpectedly canceled. At that
time, I picked up a paint brush with great intensity. Prior
to that watercolor class, I had taught English,
Creative Writing and Speech and then gradually became involved in interior
design and Ikebana floral arrangement. Undoubtedly,
these early accomplishments in so many diversified disciplines helped form the
artistic foundation and interest that created my continuing devotion to
watercolor and water-based media painting.
Since then, my work has significantly evolved, been internationally published and sold in venues as different as galleries, fine art festivals, national retail outlets and luxury cruise liner auctions.
With the exception of some “mountain top living” close to Asheville, NC, Florida has been my home for the last 35 years. Three years ago we moved to Sarasota, Florida to be closer to children and grandchildren. For me, living artfully in this magnificent area has included lots of creative time spent painting, observing, teaching (locally and at the magic John C. Campbell Folk Art School in Brasstown, N.C) writing and enjoying my wonderful family including my studio companion Daisy, a playful Westie.
This fresh, creative opportunity has also allowed me to perfect a new presentation technique and given my current work an exciting new look. My watercolor paintings no longer have the need for a glass covering and framing is optional!
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