Biography

I have had an art practice for over 40 years. My love for making art pieces started in high school, and through my travels around the country, over a few relocations and decades, I maintained a space in my life for making things- tinkering and making art. I came to Portland, Oregon to visit a friend, and within a short time, I made it my home. 

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My artwork is influenced by the landscape, people, politics, and spirituality. I use my artwork to process events and situations happening around me. My studio is my refuge. It is a place of purpose, my think tank and processing center. Like a writer, I use my art to tell a story. Every image I make has a story behind it. I hope to make pieces that allow the viewer to create their own stories. I hope to bring a sense of wonder and beauty to people. 

 

Arts Organizations

Oregon Potters Association 1989 to present 

Pacific Northwest Sculptures Guild

Oregon Art Educators Association Statewide award-Best Elementary Art Teacher 2015

OPA President 2010, Ceramic Showcase Chair 2011/12,

National Art Educators Association 2005 years to Present

Oregon Art Educators Association  2010 years  to Present 

Woman's Caucus for Art 1978 to Present

Contemporary Crafts Museum, Portland, Or. 

 Ceramic Arts Artist-in-Residence, 1989-90

 

Education

SUNY at Farmingdale,  Associate of Arts in Graphic Art and Design

Pacific Northwest College of Art BFA, Ceramics and Sculpture

Lewis and Clark College Graduate Certificate in Non-Profit Business Administration

Lesley University MEd in Creative Arts Integration