I showed artistic talent early in life. Like so many artists early in their development, I was not encouraged to pursue my talent, and was channeled into more “practical” career options.  A difficult job in my twenties created a repetitive stress disability, carpal tunnel syndrome, in both hands. It’s been with me ever since.  The doctor told me my hands would eventually atrophy. I felt a lot of grief and anger about this, and gave up art for years, though I could not give up all my art supplies. They remained carefully packed, moving with me at every geographical shift in my life.  The hand problems continued throughout my work life, moving me from job to job. A back injury on top of that resulted in my going on disability completely in 2002.

My hands never atrophied as was predicted.  They must be rested from time to time, and I need to set my own work pace. I find that the process of creating art energizes me and nourishes my spirit at a deep level, almost as vital as breathing!  Passion for creating art is a healing force.

My art has evolved to an expression of my inner emotional and spiritual landscape.  An exploration of the energy relationships with myself, others and my world.  I create art for inspiration and process.  I ask myself if there is a color or colors to express what I’m feeling and experiencing, then if there are textures, forms or symbols to fill out that expression.  Some of my most beautiful and moving work springs from the most intense feelings, even anger or grief… and when I allow that process to unfold artistically, the art also brings those feelings to peaceful and uplifting resolution.

I've always wanted to make a shift, an impact in the world.  I feel that I can with my art and writing -- in a way that supercharges me with energy.