Encouraged from
an early age in a family
of artists, I see the world through an artist’s
eyes. Taking inspiration from the master Impressionists,
I am drawn to nature’s beauty. Whether painting
on location or in my studio,
I combine a painterly technique and glowing colors to
capture the effects of light on the subject to create
a mood. I want my paintings
to give a sense of well-being and an uplifting feeling
to the viewer. |
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Born in St. Louis,
Missouri into a family of artists and having three generations
of linseed oil and turpentine flowing through my veins, I inherited
a passion for painting. After completing my studies with Art
Instruction School of Minneapolis,
I gained valuable art experience in commercial art studios and
advertising agencies. In 1963 I married Gordon, a fellow artist
and kindred spirit. Since then we have operated a successful
freelance illustration business from our home studio. Retaining
a love of fine art, I’ve entered local and national juried
exhibitions and received awards and recognition. In 1998 we
moved to Bokeelia on Florida’s sunny, tropical Pine Island.
I paint and teach oil, acrylic, and watercolor at art associations
and my home studio. My paintings have been shown in St. Louis
and Florida galleries and hang in private collections in Missouri,
California, Ohio and Florida. |
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