My mixed media paintings relying on playful symbolism such as fanciful trees, flowers, animals, angels and sometimes mermaids. My paintings evoke a kind of Magical realism relying on playful symbolism, bright color, and texture. These images are formed by paint, torn pieces of metallic paper, metallic foil and other found materials such as champagne labels. My paintings attempt to tell a story that celebrates the cycle of life, including love, joy, passion, renewal and growth.
I also love the whimsical work of Marc Chagall. His dreamy compositions celebrating life and love always inspire me to attempt to capture some of the same wonder of living through color, paint, texture and a little whimsy. Flowers bloom, seasons change, life is a gift.
I received my BFA in Studio Art from the University of Texas at Austin and my MFA in Painting and Drawing from Texas Tech University. My paintings and drawings have been exhibited in both group and solo exhibitions as well as juried shows.
