Inspired by years of sailing the Pacific Northwest in our sailboat, Take Five, my seascapes try to capture the personality of the ocean and my surroundings. When I am out on the boat with my husband and dog, Poppy, I am collecting ideas, often painting while on the boat.

Energy in the ocean and sky are a dominant feature in my work. My style is semi-abstract as I take great liberties with what I see, emphasizing either the calmness or the motion I feel.

A playful approach to abstraction and a deep love for line, movement, and emotion are always evident in my work.

My materials include acrylic, oil sticks, charcoal, pastels, and collage. As I discover new tools I employ them as well. I value growth and am always experimenting and learning.

I hope you enjoy my work as much as I do creating it.