The Artist's Studio at The Farm at South Mountain
Art is not what you see, but what you make others see. Edgar Degas
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Artist Statement: I am a
professional artist and entrepreneur.
If you ask me why I paint, the answer
would be: it expresses my emotions in
the language of color. My most
valuable tool is my imagination and the
unique way I utilize it. Unlike other
artists, my palette and body of work
are constantly changing. I want my
viewers to be surprised at what comes
next - whether it be a close up of a
spectacular blooming flower,
breathtaking landscape created en
plein air, an ocean scene, or
architectural piece. My desire is to
take art enthusiasts along with me on a
journey of artistic discovery. My
second most valuable tool would be my
hands. Watercolor, Oil, pastel, it
doesn’t matter which. It all bursts
through my fingers onto the paper.
My loves are my family, painting alla
prima and en plein air!
Biography: My degree is in Auto Body Design
with a Styling Specialty. I was an Auto Body
Designer and Coordinator for Small Truck at
General Motors for 15 years. I am also an
entrepreneur. I started and sold two companies.
Member: Oil Painters of America & The American Impressionists Society
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work, but for the past eight years, being an artist is a
labor of love. It provides the feeling of total freedom.
My design experience and education at GM was
And to find that there are art collectors and
enthusiasts who enjoy and purchase my work, is
something I never take for granted. I appreciate each
and every one of them!
I have been extremely fortunate to have studied
under the best: Mary DeLoyht-Arendt, Grace
Haverty, Susan Ogilvie, Alvaro Castagnet, Matt
Smith and the late Dick Phillips. I believe studying is
a life long quest!