My art studio is nestled in Southeastern Pennsylvania. I believe in highlighting the beauty hidden within everyday subjects. My goal is to draw out the extraordinary from the ordinary and let its natural charm shine.
I’m drawn to the interplay of light and shadow. Watercolor, especially in its transparent form, is my favorite way to explore this drama. By gradually building up layers of transparent paint, I can create luminous color and depth. Each layer lets light reflect through, making the colors glow from the white paper beneath.
Painting with watercolor reminds me that each piece, much like life itself, takes its own path no matter how I plan. I’ve come to appreciate the surprises and subtle imperfections that make every painting unique. Sometimes the most memorable moments in my art come from a happy accident - like when a wash unexpectedly forms the perfect highlight, teaching me to trust the process and embrace the unexpected.
I tend to paint whatever excites me in the moment. Each painting is a new journey, and I learn something every time I pick up my brush. Creating art gives me a sense of wonder, as I discover lessons not only about technique but also about patience and openness. Whether I’m painting an amaryllis or a zebra, I focus on capturing both character and emotion.
Nature is a constant source of inspiration for me. I love transforming a simple photo reference into a finished painting that bursts with watercolor’s graceful energy. When I work on a larger scale, I find freedom to play with color in ways that surprise even me.
Over the years, my subjects have expanded from florals to animals, and now to people - especially the expressive faces of children. When painting animals, I focus on their eyes, believing they reveal the spirit within. In every portrait, I strive to balance realistic expression with watercolor’s unique ability to flow and surprise.
I am primarily self-taught, but I’ve grown through workshops with internationally known artists like Cheng-Khee Chee, Linda Kemp, Alvaro Castagnet, Brenda Swenson, and Ted Nuttall. Experimenting in my studio and traveling the world have filled me with inspiration and new ideas for my art.
Watercolor’s fluidity and unpredictability have captivated me from the start. Many consider it the most challenging painting method, and the Chinese call it “taming the wild horses.” Some days, it truly feels that way!
My paintings are part of private collections around the world and have been selected for regional and international juried exhibitions. I am honored to be an award-winning exhibitor and hold Signature membership with the Philadelphia Watercolor Society.
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