Welcome to my happy place
Though I was formally trained in design, illustration and painting have always come most naturally to me. Much of my inspiration comes from everyday life: my dog, my children, and the natural world. Growing up in Western North Carolina, the mountains and their landscapes have become a lasting source of influence in my work.
Take a closer look…
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        IllustrationsMy sketchbook is filled with an exploration in charcoal, graphite, pen & ink, prismacolors and a variety of other mediums.  
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        PaintingsI started with oils and acrylic paints, especially for projects like murals. Now, I enjoy watercolor painting the most as a personal pastime.  
These are some additional side projects I’m working on that involve applying my art in contexts beyond the joy of making it.
T i m e l a p s e…
Here’s a quick look at the painting process when I can work on a piece in one sitting.
 
                         
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
            
              
            
            
          
               
         
        