My work explores the connection between home, place, spiritual experience and creativity. Highly influenced by the creative exploration of domestic life, my pieces are contemporary abstractions of folk and traditional artistic expressions. I create mixed media collages using paint, ink, hand dyed and commercial fabrics, canvas and printed materials such as maps, dictionary pages, vintage letters and newspapers. My process involves assembling “story grids” and layers of materials to form new meaning and interpretation. I work in series, often constructing and assembling small scale pieces into larger scale patterned grids. The stitching found in most of my pieces explores the interconnectedness of all of our stories and experiences. I am formally trained in painting, drawing and various fiber and surface design techniques. I hold Bachelor’s degrees in Sociology and Art Education and a Master’s degree in Theology. These academic disciplines have informed my work and fueled my passion for the creative process. I find great joy in sharing my story and highlighting the lives of others through the act of creating.

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