My Story

The universe is so abundant in the incredibly beautiful gifts it provides for us, especially visually. Any time I have an opportunity, I walk by the ocean. I am in awe of the power and ever-changing elements and colors I always witness.

I enjoy capturing the emotion and movement of the sea in my paintings. My fascination with the ocean and its contents began as a little girl living in Olympia Washington and spending time at Hood Canal and the Washington ocean beaches. I felt carefree with a complete sense of freedom at the beach, Currently, I am a resident of Laguna Beach, California. I feel a deep and inspirational spiritual connection with these dazzling beaches and turquoise waters. And at the end of the day, sunsets show their magical powers as the sun drops into the ocean, leaving behind a breathtaking, colorful palette.

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 A LOVER OF ART...

"Years ago, while living in Seattle, I envisioned myself living and painting in Laguna Beach. My oldest daughter had introduced me to Laguna Beach when she and I took a trip together down the Southern California Coast. We spent one night in the old Laguna Hotel,  listening to the sound of the breakers, and both fell in love with Laguna. Many years later after I finally moved here, she introduced me to my first art teacher, John Eagle, and that's when I began painting. It's unbelievable to me that this ethereal dream has come true! I've met so many incredible artists and been inspired by many throughout my art studies and journey. Art is like meditation for me, and a way to connect on a much deeper level with nature and beauty.

I believe that art truly comes from within."

A LITTLE BACKGROUND

In 1985 on my first trip to Europe, I immersed myself for four days viewing Dutch art in Amsterdam.
The passion I witnessed in the paintings of Van Gogh and Rembrandt touched my sensibilities deeply.

Shortly after that trip, in the mid eighties, I met Ruth Mayer, an internationally famous artist in Laguna Beach, who was painting near Heisler Park. Ruth gave me a signed print and encouraged me to follow my heart and become a painter. That act of kindness helped lead me to my dream of painting. "I am eternally grateful that my life unfolded into this incredible opportunity to express myself on canvas, and a center-point in my creative life. My painting history is short...eight years, but it's been one of the most rewarding and satisfying experiences in my life.”

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