Artist Statement
My deep respect for the natural world is the essence of my art. In 1975, I was a teen on summer family vacation when I smelled and saw the ocean for the first time. Twelve years later, I moved to Florida, and for twenty-three years, the ocean and its creatures piqued my curiosity and, conversely, grounded me. Since then, I’ve moved to western Kentucky, where the forests, estuaries, rivers, and hills, similar to my childhood in Pittsburgh, are my muse. I’m fascinated with trees, roots, fungus, the long shadows of early winter, the wonders of spring, the lushness of summer, and the natural decay of fall. I’ve discovered over sixty species of birds in my backyard. This wellspring of life is where I draw my inspiration.
My goal is to create art that offers a connectedness to the natural and complex emotional worlds, giving the viewer a chance to reflect, reset, and feel inspired to change.
My Process and Tool Kit
Like many creatives, my artistic expression sprung from trauma—in 2019, I was diagnosed with rare, life-threatening cancer—dedifferentiated liposarcoma. Before that, I was a hobby artist: a sketch class here, a pottery course there, a stained glass workshop, and a charcoal class. Art therapy during my cancer recovery changed that. Cancer gave me the courage to explore, evolve, and be who I want to be—a creative badass. That means I’m willing to risk falling on my face to find my voice and art story, to evolve and discover what is revealed along the way.
My primary tools are watercolors on paper. My techniques are sometimes loose and fluid; other times, I take a realistic approach. I love to create whimsical sea creatures! I also incorporate single-use plastics and plastic scraps to create 2D mixed-media watercolor art to support plastic pollution awareness. I use ink, graphite, watercolor pencils, and colored pencils. Currently, I’m playing with markers to create casual fashion for women, and I recently bought a set of acrylic paints with modeling past for larger 2D projects on canvas. You can find my current art style on my Instagram feed and reels.
Hire Me
I’m open to watercolor art commissions. I’m your woman if you like flowers, birds, sea creatures, and seascapes.
No commission is too small, and I’ll work with your budget, help you place your art in your home, and advise you on how to frame your art. Each commission includes a thirty-minute consultation. Contact me here.
Let’s create something special!
The Collections
These collections are the foundation of my portfolio. I’m constantly expanding and evolving my art.
The Collections
Ocean Friends
I create these whimsical watercolor sea creatures to support plastic pollution awareness. I use plastic Christmas ornaments, threads, straws, single-use plastics, buttons, acrylic beads, and anything that might wind up in the oceans or landfills.
Available in various sizes except for 5×7” or smaller.
Feathered Friends
Whimsical flamingos are all about fun—whether splashing water, resting in a divine yoga pose, or sporting a flirty, fun vibe, these birds will bring joy to anybody’s day.
Available in various sizes as well as a set of three greeting cards. Greeting cards fit a matted 8×10” frame or in a standalone 5×7” frame.
Flowers
I use metallic watercolor to create stunning flowers ranging from simple blooms and arrangements to various assorted botanicals.
Available in multiple sizes as well as a set of three greeting cards. Greeting cards fit a matted 8×10” frame or in a standalone 5×7” frame.
Feathers
let’s create
something special together
To inquire about speaking engagements, commission art, or business opportunities, please email me, or use the contact form.
My Personal Statement
My deep respect for the natural world is the essence of my art. In 1975, I bonded with the ocean. Since then, I’ve come to admire its vast ever-changing hues, sounds, and all the creatures below its surface. I’m also fascinated and in love with the forest and landscapes—long shadows, majestic, craggy mountains, and the way the light falls on the myriad shades of green. I’ve discovered over sixty species of birds in my backyard in Kentucky. This wellspring of life is where I draw my inspiration.
My desire to create art that inspires and offers a connectedness to the natural world and the complex emotional world we live in gives the viewer a chance to reflect, reset, and feel inspired to change.
My Process
All of my art is one-of-a-kind Inktense pencil watercolor, some metallic watercolor, and some pieces are mixed media watercolor to support plastic pollution awareness.
All watercolor art is unframed and signed. Pre-made greeting cards have an inspirational quote on the inside. Greeting cards are extra special. Each card can be framed in a standard 5×7” or matted and framed for a larger impression.
Available art sizes are 5×7”, 8×8”, 9×12”, and 22×30”.
Unfortunately, my art is not available as a printed, numbered series, (not yet anyway as of this writing in 2021), but that means each piece you purchase is unique to me and to you.
Let’s Talk Money
Money can be an uncomfortable conversation for some people. I know because I struggled financially for many years. The last thing I ever wanted was to talk about money.
The thing is, art is subjective. If you’re in love with a piece of art or style of art, then money isn’t the issue. Of course, I realize we all have budgets, (as do I) so I create art in various sizes and styles. If you’d like to purchase a piece of art, let me know, and I’ll send you more information.
The Collections
These pieces are the foundation for my commissions—my wheelhouse if you will. These pre-made pieces are available during quarterly art pop-up events online and in person (coming soon!).
Commission Your Piece
Commissioning an art piece is exciting and scary! You have a say on the design of your art, but you also need to trust me. I value your input and do my best to make sure we communicate, several times if needed, to get your specific creation right. However, if I feel like your request is out of my wheelhouse, I’ll let you know, and we can either part ways or find a compromise. FYI, I currently don’t paint animals, or humans, so I’m sorry I can’t paint your pet or loved one.
During our initial call, we’ll go over sizing, colors, and various elements of the piece, as well as where you will hang the art in your home, or if you are buying art as a gift, we’ll talk about that as well. Each art commission requires a deposit of half the price of the art. The balance, which includes shipping, handling, and insurance, is due when the work is completed.
Contact me today and let’s create something special.
The Collections
Ocean Friends
I create these whimsical watercolor sea creatures to support plastic pollution awareness. I use plastic Christmas ornaments, threads, straws, single-use plastics, buttons, acrylic beads, and anything that might wind up in the oceans or landfills.
Available in various sizes except for 5×7” or smaller.
Feathered Friends
These watercolor bird creatures are all about fun—whether they’re splashing water, resting in a divine yoga pose, or sporting a flirty, fun vibe, these birds will brighten anybody’s spirit.
Available in various sizes as well as a set of three greeting cards. Greeting cards fit a matted 8×10” frame or in a standalone 5×7” frame.
Flowers
I use metallic watercolor to create stunning flowers ranging from simple blooms and arrangements to various assorted botanicals.
Available in multiple sizes as well as a set of three greeting cards. Greeting cards fit a matted 8×10” frame or in a standalone 5×7” frame.
Feathers
The turkey has long been a symbol of honoring nature and the Earth. I draw my inspiration for these lovely true-size watercolor creations from the turkey feathers I find on my property.
Available in various sizes as well as a tryptic. Not available in 5×7” greeting cards.
let’s create
something special together
To inquire about speaking engagements, commission art, or business opportunities, please email me, or use the contact form.
My Personal Statement
My deep respect for the natural world is the essence of my art. In 1975, I bonded with the ocean. Since then, I’ve come to admire its vast ever-changing hues, sounds, and all the creatures below its surface. I’m also fascinated and in love with the forest and landscapes—long shadows, majestic, craggy mountains, and the way the light falls on the myriad shades of green. I’ve discovered over sixty species of birds in my backyard in Kentucky. This wellspring of life is where I draw my inspiration.
My desire to create art that inspires and offers a connectedness to the natural world and the complex emotional world we live in gives the viewer a chance to reflect, reset, and feel inspired to change.
My Process
All of my art is one-of-a-kind Inktense pencil watercolor, some metallic watercolor, and some pieces are mixed media watercolor to support plastic pollution awareness.
All watercolor art is unframed and signed. Pre-made greeting cards have an inspirational quote on the inside. Greeting cards are extra special. Each card can be framed in a standard 5×7” or matted and framed for a larger impression.
Available art sizes are 5×7”, 8×8”, 9×12”, and 22×30”.
Unfortunately, my art is not available as a printed, numbered series, (not yet anyway as of this writing in 2021), but that means each piece you purchase is unique to me and to you.
Let’s Talk Money
Money can be an uncomfortable conversation for some people. I know because I struggled financially for many years. The last thing I ever wanted was to talk about money.
The thing is, art is subjective. If you’re in love with a piece of art or style of art, then money isn’t the issue. Of course, I realize we all have budgets, (as do I) so I create art in various sizes and styles. If you’d like to purchase a piece of art, let me know, and I’ll send you more information.
The Collections
These pieces are the foundation for my commissions—my wheelhouse if you will. These pre-made pieces are available during quarterly art pop-up events online and in person (coming soon!).
Commission Your Piece
Commissioning an art piece is exciting and scary! You have a say on the design of your art, but you also need to trust me. I value your input and do my best to make sure we communicate, several times if needed, to get your specific creation right. However, if I feel like your request is out of my wheelhouse, I’ll let you know, and we can either part ways or find a compromise. FYI, I currently don’t paint animals, or humans, so I’m sorry I can’t paint your pet or loved one.
During our initial call, we’ll go over sizing, colors, and various elements of the piece, as well as where you will hang the art in your home, or if you are buying art as a gift, we’ll talk about that as well. Each art commission requires a deposit of half the price of the art. The balance, which includes shipping, handling, and insurance, is due when the work is completed.
Contact me today and let’s create something special.
The Collections
Ocean Friends
I create these whimsical watercolor sea creatures to support plastic pollution awareness. I use plastic Christmas ornaments, threads, straws, single-use plastics, buttons, acrylic beads, and anything that might wind up in the oceans or landfills.
Available in various sizes except for 5×7” or smaller.
Feathered Friends
These watercolor bird creatures are all about fun—whether they’re splashing water, resting in a divine yoga pose, or sporting a flirty, fun vibe, these birds will brighten anybody’s spirit.
Available in various sizes as well as a set of three greeting cards. Greeting cards fit a matted 8×10” frame or in a standalone 5×7” frame.
Flowers
I use metallic watercolor to create stunning flowers ranging from simple blooms and arrangements to various assorted botanicals.
Available in multiple sizes as well as a set of three greeting cards. Greeting cards fit a matted 8×10” frame or in a standalone 5×7” frame.
Feathers
The turkey has long been a symbol of honoring nature and the Earth. I draw my inspiration for these lovely true-size watercolor creations from the turkey feathers I find on my property.
Available in various sizes as well as a tryptic. Not available in 5×7” greeting cards.
let’s create
something special together
To inquire about speaking engagements, commission art, or business opportunities, please email me, or use the contact form.
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Every third Sunday of the month, I share hand-picked, bite-sized inspiration on books, art, and food.
You can unsubscribe anytime, but I hope you don’t!
Ready to create the life you want to live?
Get the 4 Pillars to Creative Badassery ebook when you sign up for my newsletter.
Every third Sunday of the month, I share hand-picked, bite-sized inspiration on books, art, and food.
You can unsubscribe anytime, but I hope you don’t!
