An Introduction

As an artist, I would describe myself as a representational oil painter interpreting the modern world through the lens of classical realism.

I was born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, graduating from the University of Mary Washington with a degree in Art History and Business Administration. My husband and I raised two sons in the Richmond area and, while they were younger, I channeled my creative energy into running a photography business. Eventually, my love for painting and drawing took me to the Studio School at the VMFA and the Visual Arts Center in Richmond to begin more focused studies.

The process of painting is infinitely fascinating to me. Working out how to translate three-dimensional forms and scenes in a realistic yet painterly way is challenging and satisfying. It's meditative, absorbing, and, at times feels like magic.

Currently, my work focuses on still lifes as well as paintings of botanical and natural subjects. I have a love of gardening, and using flowers as a subjects seems like an easy choice. I also enjoy exploring and painting cloudscapes.