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My story
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As a self-taught painter and lifelong resident of Wisconsin, I have exhibited in art shows, galleries, fundraisers and public spaces throughout the state. My work was first exhibited and awarded in the annual student art exhibition at the Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum. Although my life veered in a different direction, I continued painting while balancing motherhood and a career in innovation. Now at a different stage in life, I enjoy time to focus on my passion. When I’m not in my studio, you’ll likely find me gardening, listening to live music, traveling or a combination of these - always keeping any eye open for a future painting.
Lifetime member of Association of Wisconsin Artists
Member of Wolf River Art League, 2011 - 2016
Artist's statement
Often mistaken for oils, my acrylic paintings are known for their visual aesthetic - life-like imagery and rich color palette. I enjoy celebrating nature’s beauty around us, hence my partiality to landscapes and organics. By layering pigments with varying degrees of opacity and a range of application techniques, I achieve a depth of color that creates interest and movement. For me, the most exciting part of painting is the moment when the canvas comes to life - no longer a two-dimensional image, but a destination to walk into or an object to reach out and hold in my hand.
I typically work with reference materials to guide composition. With commissioned pieces, this allows me to create a customized scene of a favorite place or a customized palette to complement a client’s décor.
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