I have been painting for many years. There is still the excitement each time I start a new painting or learn a new technique. This is a wonderful journey of discovery that I have been lucky to share with like- minded people. I get great satisfaction whenever someone tells me how much they enjoy my work. The satisfaction goes far beyond me actually painting the subject.

I have been teaching for several years at the local junior college to adults. It is always my desire to give them the skills to then be able to translate what they see in their heads to the paper they use. My own work and subject matter varies greatly. The style I am most noted for is my watercolors done in a representational format.

The element that is most important to me in a painting is the range of value used. If it is wrong there is no light or interesting shadows nor drama. The subjects range from landscapes, buildings, still lifes to florals. I think it is very important not just what you say in a painting, but what is left unsaid.

I have noticed a trend in my work lately. I seem to be getting more non-objective when painting and at this time it is an avenue I am exploring with other water media and collage.

I have exhibited in many regional shows and won awards including Best of Shows and the Grumbacher Silver Medallion. I am a signature member of Florida Watercolor Society. A member of Northwest Florida Arts Council, National League of American Pen Women, Charter member of the National Museum of Women in the Arts and many local art Groups.

I was invited this year to design the cover for the Pensacola Symphony's magazine and programs, which I have just completed.

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