Personal Journey, Serene Refuge

My artistic journey is a vibrant tapestry, stitched together by a colorful past and deep-rooted passions. Growing up in the Sonoran Desert of Kearny, Arizona, where my father and grandfather worked in the copper mine, I developed an enduring love for serene landscapes and intimate family moments. My grandfather, an oil painter, handed me my first set of paints when I was twelve, igniting a spark that would grow into a lifelong passion.

As a child, I painted desert scenes and even won a ribbon at the Kearny Pioneer Days Art Show for a horse portrait. Encouraged by my mom, who let me paint a mural on my bedroom wall, I pursued art through high school, eventually earning a BFA from Arizona State University and a graphic design degree from Glendale Community College. My work, inspired by the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists, reflects a blend of vibrant serenity and expressive depth, capturing moments of tranquility, joy, and solitude.

Beyond the canvas, I’ve served as President of the Arizona Plein Air Painters and am an active member of American Women Artists and Oil Painters of America. My art has been recognized in the BoldBrush Painting Competitions and featured in shows like the 2020 Painted Arizona at the West Valley Art Museum. When I’m not painting, I find joy in traveling, camping, quilting, and spending time with my family. Art is both a personal journey and a serene refuge for me—a way to share the tranquility and beauty of my vibrant world with others. And, to be honest, it’s just plain fun.