My family has always been involved in both the visual and performing arts, consequently, I have been exposed to it since birth.  My love of painting and printmaking is a more recent experience.  A long search for a form of expression finally felt right when I took up painting in 1986.  Although it is a complex and often difficult relationship with the canvas and paint, it is a love affair that will last a lifetime.  It is difficult to use words for a form of expression that I fell needs no words.  Once a painting or print if finished, it has taken on a life of its own and I can only hope that the viewer creates his/her own relationship with the work.

I have been greatly inspired by several wonderful, creative teachers at the University of Alaska, UNLV, Coupeville Art Center and other workshops.

Bachelor of Science - D.C. Teacher's College, Washington, DC
Master of Science - Gallauded University, Washington, DC