I am an award winning mixed digital media artist, with over 30 years’ experience exploring the relationship between pop culture and fine art. Having engaged subjects as diverse as Afro-American portraits, historic architecture, to 80s nostalgia; I arrange them into conceptually layered pieces. With an eclectic array of subject matter and techniques my methodology is consistent. I draw inspiration from bold, bright colors, reminiscent of 80s culture, with hints of the hip-hop and punk rock state of mind.
I have been making pottery since a class in college where I finally figured out why I was born with large hands. I learned quickly and have continued to hone my skills. I planned on working as a marine biologist but my love of working in clay led me to make a career change. I have not looked back. My work has evolved over the years. It is inspired by the natural environment, both terrestrial and marine. I throw and/or hand build my functional work in stoneware and some decorative work in raku clay and glazes.
I am an acrylic landscape painter, creating art that brings peace and joy to my life. My landscape paintings are a mix of real and imagined places, inspired by the travels and literary interests that have touched my soul.