Peacock 24" x 36" Acrylic on Canvas
Since I was old enough to hold a brush, painting has been of great value in my life.
There is a calming presence in communicating emotions visually that is sometimes lost in words. Beauty is everywhere: in nature, in other people, and even in our everyday lives, when it is least expected. For me, to be an artist, means to be able to find these moments of beauty and to commit them to canvas for people to enjoy.
Although I have been a student artist for most of my life, it is just recently that I have determined that I would like this to be my work and ambition. After many years of typing and answering telephones, I was called to delve into my creative mind and attempt to revive it. In the past, I felt as though part of me was missing, but as soon as I was sitting in front of the canvas, I felt whole again. Nothing makes me as happy as painting.
As I work, I often like to concentrate on adding positive energy into my artwork, which I hope is communicated to the viewer.
I am influenced mostly by natural landscapes. Being raised in Oregon, I have in my mind’s eye images of blue, icy mountains and dark green pine trees, but now as I have discovered the ever-changing skies and fertile farms of Texas, I am noticing future subjects everywhere. Occasionally, I enjoy looking within and taking inspiration from my feelings and spirituality. As a female artist, I hope to continue to paint from my own experiences and personal growth, in order to inspire other women to value their own thoughts, dreams, and bodies.
My style can best be described as colorful, warm, and playful. I am not a serious personality, and I think that is reflected in my art. I take much joy from examining other artists. Vincent Van Gogh, Henri Matisse, Friedensreich Hundertwasser, and Joan Miró are a few whose works have been influential in my life, particularly for their masterful use of color.
My hope is that my work can give as much joy to people, as painting has given me. Thank you for your interest in my art.