Artist Statement:
I give voice to the voiceless endangered animals, birds, and their habitats in my work. When I draw these animals, I feel their essence coming through my hands, and this is expressed in the energy of my mark making. I believe the animals are visual prayers asking the viewer to remember that once they felt a deep connection to these sentient beings. My other passion is teaching. It thrills me to bear witness to my students growing in their craft and finding their unique artistic voices. Students come to work with me when they want to loosen up and become more expansive in their exploration of color.