My artwork often features natural specimens, everything from butterflies, skulls, and nests to shells, bits of wood, and even the occasional dehydrated reptile. Sometimes they appear as standalone elements, and other times I arrange them into still-life tableaus.

Art journaling is one of my most essential creative practices. It’s more than just a sketchbook, it's a space for exploration, reflection, growth, and play. Whether I’m processing emotions, testing out new techniques, or just giving myself the freedom to create with no expectations, my journal is always there.

I remember being a child on a camping trip in Bodega Bay, along the northern California coast. Our campsite was nestled in the dunes, not far from the beach, and I spent hours wandering the sandy trails on my own. It felt like a grand adventure, exhilarating and full of possibility.

I’m delighted to invite you to a special Open Studio & Garden Tour at my home in Antelope, California, happening Saturday, May 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Just RSVP for the address and come enjoy a beautiful spring day immersed in art and nature.

I’m honored to share that my newest piece, City in a Hill, has been selected for the Live Auction and Gala at Outside the Box: Reimagined, a fundraising event supporting the Placer Artists Tour