Growing up in San Diego, I have fond memories of many pleasurable hours
spent browsing the art museums and artist studios in Balboa Park, and
riding the carousel with my grandma. I am fortunate to have come "full
circle" through a variety of non-art occupations to where I am
today...spending my days in the studio and painting full time.
I'm often asked what this artist does in a typical day...
- 4-6:00 am. Early morning hours on the computer to answer emails, marketing, accounting, etc.
- 10-3:00 pm. Mid morning hours spent painting in the studio.
- 3-4:00 pm. Afternoon hour spent photographing and posting to blog.
- 4-5:00 pm. Wine with "The Doctors" and prepare dinner
- 6-8:00 pm. Evening hours spent framing, wrapping and shipping.
All those hours in between? I shop, clean, cook, eat, pay bills, and sleep just like everyone else :)
Since I prefer to handle all of my art sales personally, I invite you to
view my work at my studio/gallery 34A at Spanish Village Art Center in
Balboa Park, San Diego. My work is also found in Southern California at
various art festivals and shows listed on my "Upcoming Events" page, and
on several International Web Galleries with links on my blog.
Often asked about my unique style, I can only say that it is the result
of almost daily painting, training in illustration, painting and art
history, plus a great deal of experimentation over time. Ten years ago,
after being introduced to soft pastel, I began to incorporate my own
techniques and paint daily.
I am a juried member of the Daily Painters Gallery, Contemporary Fine
Art International Gallery, and the Abstract Painters Gallery. Locally in
San Diego, I am a member of the Museum of the Living Artist, Spanish
Village Art Center, and the Pastel Society of San Diego.
My passion for design and color has resulted in numerous “Best in Show”
awards in Illustration and Fine Arts, and my original and commissioned
works in soft pastel and oil are in collections and institutions
throughout the country.
Artist Statement:
“I enjoy painting the world with my own twist. Rather than producing
textbook renditions, I choose to concentrate on emphasizing the
individual character of my subject. Blending of traditional
materials allows me to give unique personality to everyday scenes. I
approach each of these original works as an adventure. The result is as
surprising for me as I hope it is for you.”