About the artist

 

I was born and raised in Western Michigan, where I spent many summer days wandering through the woods, dreaming, and finding inspiration in color and nature. My journey as an artist began when I was just five years old, when my kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Block, asked us to draw the profession we imagined for ourselves as adults. I drew myself as an artist. I no longer have that little drawing, but I have never forgotten it—or the wonderful teacher who encouraged me to imagine that future.

I went on to get my undergraduate degree at Kendall College of Art and Design and have spent my life exploring the delightful possibilities of paint. Today, I am inspired by the landscapes of Northern California, especially the with Pacific Coast landscapes with its golden hills, green valleys, tiny farms, and ever-changing light. I also love painting vibrant modern floral images and exploring the energy created by expressive shapes, rich color, and texture.

My family and I have called the San Francisco Bay Area home for decades, and I feel incredibly fortunate to live surrounded by the beauty of California.

My greatest hope is simple: to create paintings that feel alive and bring a little joy to the people who see them.

I happy to answer your questions on my contact page here. My returns policies and privacy policies are available here if you wish to know more. 

Thank you for viewing my work. I hope one of my paintings makes you smile, because I would love to send you a little piece of Northern California!