Inspired by rural life, motherhood, and the rhythms of the natural world.
I live in Northwest Indiana on a small hobby farm near the Indiana Dunes. As the mother of five, much of my inspiration comes from the texture and rhythm of daily life. Working primarily in oil and pastel, my style moves between realism and impressionism, unified by expressive linework and a strong sense of structure. I aim to evoke a sense of presence and emotional resonance through a careful balance of form, atmosphere, and movement.
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Art Exhibits and Awards
Anhinga in the PSSC Luminosity and Light 2025 Online Exhibit
The Luminous Anhinga is on display in the Pastel Society of South Carolina's 2025 Luminosity and Light juried exhibit. The online show runs through July 18, 2025
"Blue Maize" Receives Award of Excellence
This expressive still life is an award winner at the 73rd Annual Chesterton Woman’s Club Art Show running June 5–28.
Great Lakes Pastel Society's UNEEDA Uart Award
"Kingfisher Over Water” received a lovely UArt UNEEDA award at the Great Lakes Pastel Society's Small Works show.
Kingfisher Accepted To GLPS Small Works Juried Show
"Kingfisher Over Water" was accepted to the Great Lakes Pastel Society's Small Works juried show at the Oliver Art Center in Frankfort, MI.
Dune Birds In Art Finalist
"Mourning In The Fog" at the 2025 Dune Birds In Art exhibit, as part of the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival.
"Golden Hour Crane" Selected For Juried Art Exhibition
"Golden Hour Crane" selected for the Art Barn School of Art's 31th Annual Juried Art Exhibition