Being creative has always been a part of my life. I grew up in Montana and have lived in several Western States but I do love the beauty of Southern Utah and it gives me a lifetime of painting material. Different mediums, subjects, places, people and events continually shape me as an artist and give me inspiration. My goal is to communicate with the viewer the joy I see around me. Besides the grand views I also like to look closer to my subjects and paint what other may not see. The colors and shadows of nature are a continual draw to me. Listening to each painting to understand what should or should not be included is a lifelong endeavor. Artistic influences in my life are always present in my mind when painting. The advice and lessons I have gathered stay with me as part of my journey as an artist. Painting is also healing process for me, allowing me to release the build up of my day's issues and replace with a reaffirmation of how wonderful life is. I look forward to this period of transformation every time I pick up a brush.
- Boldbrush Painting Competition - Finalist January 2021
- Daily Paintworks Finalist - January 2021
- AIS - Online Exhibit 2020
- 33rd Sears -Dixie Invitational Show
- Zion Plein Air Invitational 2018
- Women Artists of the West - Best of Show - Online Spring Exhibit 2018
- 32nd Sears-Dixie Invitational Show
- 31st Sears-Dixie Invitational Show
- Zion Plein Air Invitational 2017
- Cedar Breaks/Zion Park Superintendent Award = Chasing Light: Plein Air Festival
- Artists of the New Century Show - Bennington Center for the Arts
- Where in the World is Plein Air 2017
- Plein Air Southwest Salon Show 2017 - Outdoor Painters Society
- Outdoor Painters Society Associates Show - Award of Excellence 2016
- Zion Plein Air Invitational 2016; Peter & Marcia Kirk Purchase Award
- Cedar Breaks Arts Afire Invitational 2016; People's Choice Award and Superintendents Award
- Where in the World is Plein Air 2016
- Award of Excellence - Outdoor Painters Society = Associate Members Show 2015
- Exploring Human Origins Show - 2nd Place
- Escalante Plein Air Festival 2015; Honorable Mention
- Cedar Breaks Arts Afire Plein Air Event 2015
