I have been drawing all my life. I never felt truly happy working in an office or for anyone else. Although I always found ways to be creative, something was missing. Life's responsibilities, such as feeding my four incredible daughters always took precedence. "Art" was what I used to do, who I used to be. The pure pleasure of completing a piece, had eluded me for so long. The thought of it was simply scary.

A trip to the Chrysler Museum changed me forever. The depth of the inspiration I felt was profound. I came home with a different understanding of who I was and who I am. No particular piece or artist stands out in my mind, only a feeling of comfort. And if you think about it, that's not always easy to find in the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

I came home and began to paint. It didn't matter that the oil paints I used were at least 15 years old. (I have new ones now) It just flowed out unlike it ever had before. I painted the piece "Mushrooms" (In my gallery) and to this day is still one of my favorite pieces. I don't think I will ever part with it. When I lack inspiration, it is always there reminding me that I can.

I took three months off of school, just a year from my Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, and enrolled at the Art Institute. The experience has been quite overwhelming and liberating. Having been mostly self taught, I surprise myself quite often with what I can achieve. I am still not sure what direction I want to take as an artist.You will find when I finally get it all of my work loaded, that I just cant stick with one media or subject. Just about everything fascinates me. I am constantly experimenting, looking I guess, for something.

I have to thank Kurtis for always encouraging me, supporting me, and reminding me that I can do it. Honey, you truly understand what creating art means to me. I love you!

Well, an update is needed here. It has been several years since I joined Artwanted.com. I was forced to drop out of art school, again because my family must come first. Needless to say, I haven't had the time until recently to create much. The job is gone! And I couldn't be happier. My family is more supportive than ever. So I am back at it again! We will see what life brings.

I appreciate you viewing and commenting on my work.

ArtWanted.com Gallery:   Art/Drawing Misc.
Proficient Software:   Fireworks, Photoshop, PageMaker, etc.
Past Clients:   AmToys, First Realty of Tidewater, Private commissions for pet portraits