I create art because I have to. It is what drives me. I gather inspiration from so many different things: nature, photography, humor, and everyday objects. Much of my art is vintage inspired. I use vintage magazines, photos, textiles and clothing as inspiration to connect the past to my own experiences. I like to bring a contemporary view to objects from another era.
I enjoy many styles of painting and use a variety of materials, and different processes of working. I love mixed media for that reason. I can incorporate a photo from something that caught my eye, an object my son found for me on a walk, a beautiful piece of fabric from one of my grandma’s dresses, or words I have written, and pull it all together in an encaustic or acrylic mixed-media painting.
