Nature, geysers, the night sky, birds and happy moments of being alive inspire me. 

Over the years I have focused on painting birds.  I love their shapes and colors.  I like showing relationships in the pictures, or birds mirroring each other.  Currently, I have been inspired to paint kelp and explore new options of composition.

I draw with colors and new shapes from my imagination. Sometimes, I paint them on the purses I sew. I use leaf patterns for backgrounds or for earrings. I love going and finding the leaves right outside my studio. To sew purses out of upcycled upholstery samples or sew fashion from recycled materials is also very fun.

It makes me feel calm to paint and sew and do jewelry. I like doing detailed work with intricate designs. I choose to make art because it's peaceful, loving, and magical. 

YES! (arms raised to the sky with enthusiasm)!