About
Joan Mitchell once said, "Painting is a means of feeling 'living,'" and that rings true in my bones. Painting is not just expression, but relationship: between what is seen and the one who sees.
Process
I immerse myself in the mountains as often as I can. I’m just as easily inspired by the stark lines of tree branches in winter on my daily walks with our dogs, Cooper and Olive. The delicacy of shadows on the sidewalk, the colors of a garden I discover. All of it is worthy.
Back in the studio, I begin each painting in layers, starting with written words and then building up the layers. When working with collage, I build the layers with hand painted mulberry papers. My process is quiet and intuitive, rooted in presence and intuition.
Education & Development
I earned my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from the Corcoran College of Art and Design at The George Washington University. I later deepened my studies in design, painting, drawing, and color theory at the Schule für Gestaltung Basel in Switzerland.
I completed a 9 month mentorship with British artist Claire Benn in early 2026. I’ve studied independently with Jordan Wolfson, Scott Conary, Mark Daniel Nelson, Jane Hunt, Eva Kalien, and David Manchin.
Grand Lake
2026
12 × 12 inches
Mixed media on canvas
Available, $300