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Artist Bio​

I graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Art from St. Mary’s College of Maryland in 1987.
 
After completing a print shop internship during college where I learned various pre-computer graphic design techniques, I went on to work in print design and pre-press at a large, international Christian ministry in Delaware (see ‘Graphics’) for 18 years. While there, I received computer graphics training at the Delaware College of Art and Design, as well as created and led the “Young Artist Group” for children ages 5-12.
 
After marrying and moving to NJ in 2007, I earned my Certificate of Eligibility to teach art in NJ public schools and established a freelance art business. I’ve continued growing artistically through various in-person and online classes, groups, workshops, and programs, most notably the Society of Children’s of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators and the Created to Thrive mentoring program.
 
I’ve been focusing on photography and paper collage for the last several years. With a strong interest in illustration, my new passion is digital design. It’s a joy to create in fun and new ways with these tools that I've been using since the late 1990s!
 
In addition to visual art, I also enjoy writing, baking, and spending time with my husband, Evan and our three pets, Mac, Purr-Tater and Hobbs.
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Artist Statement

"Never lose an opportunity of seeing anything that is beautiful; for beauty is God's handwriting"  --Ralph Waldo Emerson
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The mystery of creation is in our very being. Made in the image of our loving Creator, we're ALL creative, and have our own unique expressions.
It's a joy to share my work with you!

Art Awards & Honors

  • First Place Professional Category, Photography, "Skylands Scenic Beauty Photo Contest", Winter Storm Scott, Warren County, NJ, 2019
  • Three pieces acquired by Atlanticare Foundation, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, July 2019
  • Third Place, Transformation, Oakton Foundation Visual Arts Competition, Spring 2019
  • Fourth Place Professional Category, Photography, "Skylands Scenic Beauty Photo Contest", Winter Storm Quinn, Warren County, NJ, 2018
  • First Place Art - Mixed Media - Aslan, St. Catherine of Bologna 19th Annual Photography, Art & Poetry Exhibition and Sale, April 2018
  • Judges' Choice Award Art - Transformation, St. Catherine of Bologna 19th Annual Photography, Art & Poetry Exhibition and Sale, April 2018
  • First Place Professional Category, Photography, "Skylands Scenic Beauty Photo Contest", Along Swayze Mill Pond, Warren County, NJ, 2017
  • Winner, Logo Contest, Forks Township Community Days Logo, June 2015
  • Illustrations, Photos & Poems appear on #LoveMadeVisible Blog Event, February 2015 (see "Writing" for links)
  • Top 12 Finalist, Willowwood Arboretum Magnolia Photo Contest, May 2013
  • Winner Adult Category, Mother Goose Illustration Contest, Daffy Down Dilly, Warren County Public Library, Blairstown, NJ, 2012
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  • First Place, Dream of a Lion, Mixed Media Category, Warren County Spring Arts Show, 2012
  • Honorable Mention, Daffodils, Mixed Media Category, Warren County Spring Arts Show, 2012
  • Kathy Temean was kind enough to feature me on her Writing and Illustrating "Illustrator Saturday" blog, July 2010... Click here
  • Rutgers University Council on Children's Literature 2010 One-on-One Plus Conference, selected participant
  • First Place Professional Category, Photography, "Skylands Scenic Beauty Photo Contest", Swayze Mill Park, Warren County, NJ, 2009
  • First Place,“Stars & Stripes Forever” Mixed Media Category, Warren County Spring Arts Show, 2009
  • Certificate of Recognition, Photography, Grasshopper, Art Across the River, Columbia, NJ, 2008
  • Third Place Professional Category, Photography, Skylands Scenic Beauty Photo Contest, Fall Path, Warren County, NJ, 2008
  • Employee of the Month, MBNA America Advertising Department, Wilmington, DE, 2001
  • Winner, Logo & Poster Design Contest, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, “Governor’s Cup Yacht Race”, St. Mary's City, MD, 2000
  • Two Superior Artist Awards (only student), for Transformation painting & Three Men drawing, St. Mary's College of MD, St. Mary's City, MD, 1987

Art Shows

  • St. Catherine of Bologna's Patron of the Arts 20th Annual Virtual Art Exhibit, May 2020
  • Pop-Up Gallery, Gathering of Artisans Conference, Ridgecrest Conference Center, North Carolina, October 2019
  • St. Catherine of Bologna's Patron of the Arts Association 19th Annual Photography, Art & Poetry Exhibition and Sale, April 2018
  • ​Faith Through the Arts -- How Marvelous God's Greatness, St. John's Lutheran Church, Nazareth, PA, March 1-28, 2015
  • Arbor Glen Senior Living, Bridgewater, NJ, Retrospective Show, November 18, 2014 -January 5, 2015
  • Across the Ages Alumni Art Show, St. Mary's College of Maryland, June 2013
  • Mandalas, Portraits, and Spiritual Colors, Warren County Arts, Oxford, NJ, July-August, 2013
  • Dreamscapes of Summer, Warren County Arts, Oxford, NJ, August-October 2012
  • National Collage Society 15th Annual Postcard Show, Bellevue, WA, April 2012
  • Warren County Arts Barn Art Group Show, Oxford, NJ, April 2012
  • Warren County Cultural & Heritage Commission Annual "Skylands Scenic Beauty Photography Contest," Shows, 2008-10, 2017-2019
  • Warren County Arts Group Show, Photography, RVC Gallery, Blairstown, NJ, 2011
  • Mountain Art Show, Bernardsville, NJ, 2010, “Wren's Summer Song”, Paper collage
  • "Rust, Paint and Scissors" - A Retrospective Show, Art Way Gallery, Princeton Alliance Church, Plainsboro, NJ, 2010
  • Warren County Arts Spring Art Shows, Oxford, NJ, 2009 & 2012
  • Mountain Art Show, Bernardsville, NJ, 2009, "Spring Dogwood Days" Paper collage, First piece sold!

On a personal note

I see creativity as a gift from God -- the Ultimate, Loving Creator!  
​For info about a relationship with God click here.
A great resource for creating WITH God, click here.
An awesome podcast for artists, click here.
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