Biography
After a life-changing river rafting trip to the majestic redwoods at age 18, I felt something shift. Surrounded by towering trees and the rush of water, I realized how much I craved a life rooted in beauty, meaning and creativity. That moment led me to Northern California, where I pursued my education and unexpectedly discovered an artistic talent I never knew I had.
Later, I moved to New York City, drawn by its vibrant, chaotic and inspiring art scene. I completed my MFA in painting from Pratt Institute and restored a Brooklyn home that was built in the 1890s with my partner. It was a process that echoed my own creative rebirth.
For 25 years, I worked as an art educator, a role that not only deepened my connection to the creative process but also to my community.
Drawing inspiration from my daily meditations, my love of travel and the beauty of nature, I create art that aims to resonate emotionally and build quiet connections with the viewer. Today, I live and work in Brooklyn, NY and Singer Island, Florida.
Artist's Statement
In a world where everything is impermanent, my art serves as a meditation on the beauty and fragility of existence. Drawing from the Buddhist philosophy that life is like a dream, and everything is ultimately empty of inherent existence, my work invites the viewer to find beauty in the moment. It reminds us that every moment, no matter how temporary, holds profound wonder and meaning.
With a meditative and intuitive approach to my practice, my imagery emerges from the foundation of painterly abstraction and form. Layered surfaces in my pieces, evoke a sense of hidden depths – suggesting images that are only partially visible or not fully grasped by the naked eye. For me, this approach reflects my belief that the world is not entirely “knowable” – that any truth is partial, and what seems tangible will often slip from our grasp. The result is a visual journey that invites viewers to feel the energy, beauty and mystery embedded in each piece, guiding them through a transformative experience.