“Artists pretend to be only decorators but underneath it all they are trying to change the way people think and they can be dangerous to a well regulated society.” -Unknown

Growing up the daughter of a very artful mother I was exposed to many different forms of arts and crafts from an early age. Art supplies were always at hand and I was lovingly encouraged to express myself artistically. I adored colorful construction paper, my scissors, watercolor paints, markers and just about anything else I could get my hands on. Many a happy afternoon was spent making a handmade birthday card, a pebble mosaic, or even colorful geometric Christmas ornaments!

As I got older I began to focus my creative energies more specifically on jewelry design and for a number of years I enjoyed a successful jewelry design business. Much of my work was inspired by nature and I expressed my deep appreciation and wonder at nature’s infinite beauty through my jewelry. Sunsets, open skies, and moving waters are some of my favorite things in life. Design inspiration is everywhere!

But over time…I grew restless. I wanted to stretch my creative wings and try something that truly challenged me. I hadn’t sketched or drawn in many years and even though I felt incredibly clumsy I started drawing Mexican folk art images. As a part of my familial heritage, Mexican folk art brings me great joy and has become a heartfelt passion of mine. With incredible support and encouragement I began transitioning from a jewelry artist to a painter of glass. I’m joyful in my work again and excited to see my work evolve before my eyes. I’m at my happiest when I see my work bring a smile, or even a giggle, to someone’s face…it’s the best feeling in the world!