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Inspiration
Inspiration
Inspiration
My inspiration comes from the healing aspects of art. Creating art is one of the few activities (along with being in nature) that allows me to appreciate the present. I struggle with complex PTSD and other mental health conditions. A lot of my current work addresses self-compassion and I hope to continue the conversation surrounding the h
My inspiration comes from the healing aspects of art. Creating art is one of the few activities (along with being in nature) that allows me to appreciate the present. I struggle with complex PTSD and other mental health conditions. A lot of my current work addresses self-compassion and I hope to continue the conversation surrounding the healing capabilities of art.
I enjoy spending time with my two boys outdoors and in nature. We are avid visitors to the Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois.
Background
Inspiration
Inspiration
I have always had a passion for art. I took my first "art" class in high school--photography. I enjoyed taking art--both 2D & 3D--and art history classes in undergrad. I received my Bachelor of Fine Arts (Metals) at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign over a couple of decades ago.
Medium
Inspiration
Medium
I love using a variety of mediums in my work especially prismacolors, sharpie and my own photography for collage. I enjoy these mediums because of the opportunity to incorporate a lot of color and texture in my work.