From my earliest childhood memories, I have loved to express myself through drawing and the use of color. I spent my early childhood years on a ten-acre farm in Sandy, Oregon. I had a beautiful view of Mt. Hood and came to love the mountain and it's changes with the season and the light that was reflected off it. My brother and I spent the days roaming the forest and pastures. We had farm animals, an orchard and a rose garden.
As an adult, I moved back to Sandy. I wanted my children to have the same childhood memories that I had been so fortunate to have. Even though I no longer live in the same surroundings, I am quite aware that my life and art were defined by those periods in my life.
The other great contribution to my artistic expression came from studying under a wonderful artist who taught color theory to me. I was privileged to learned from Connie Adams, a magnificent artist who has a passion for color and composition. She greatly enriched my life.
Artistic expression is something that I cannot live without. With all of life's changes and time restraints, I find that I must take time to paint and create. I hope that what I do will bring enjoyment to those who view it.
