Artist Statement:
The attraction to scenes which have triggered feelings of joy, wonder, serenity or mischief and the desire to share those impressions, form the basis of my work.
Artist Biography:
Born to a physician and a nurse in a small town in New Jersey, life circumstances brought this artist to the French Riviera at the age of 9. Then recently widowed, my intrepid mother confidently put her two children in French grade schools, exhorting us to achieve, despite the temporary handicap of the language barrier. I flourished on those sun-drenched Mediterranean hills and beaches, collecting unique memories and rich experiences. At the age of 18, uncertain about the practicality of a career in the arts, I dove into the study of medicine, returning to the U.S. to pursue my degrees. Art aspirations were put on hold for several decades, as I poured energies into the lives of many others. After encouragement from members of the unique community of artists residing in this inspiringly beautiful part of the Northwest, and newly an empty-nester with a little bit more time to focus on my passions, I saw my chance to pursue art full time… and I went for it!