Artist Bio

The pleasure of creating, and an avid appreciation of art, is an integral part of my life. Through the years I have created stained-glass windows, jewelry, pottery, and all forms of 2-D art. I now focus on abstract acrylic paintings. This brings me much joy.

After teaching regular and art curriculum to elementary aged students for thirty-five years, I now teach art through Allied Arts. Teaching has brought me opportunities to learn more about art. Through the Jackson School of the University of Washington, I spent time with Indonesian dancers, mask makers, musicians and artists in Ubid, Indonesia. I stayed in a tiny bamboo hut at Flower Mountain to learn about the arts and culture of Indonesia. My Indonesian friends later visited Seattle and taught about Indonesian dance, where I headed a school wide, day long arts celebration. I also spent time in China with other teachers through the People to People Ambassador Program. I met amazing contemporary Chinese artists and explored ancient Chinese art in museums.

My personal travels have always included an arts emphasis. In Australia, I was amazed by colorful, energetic Aboriginal paintings. I enjoyed Ireland’s music and Celtic art. Scandinavia has wonderful art and architecture.