Get to know me!

Poppy Passion Acrylic painting

I am a well established artist and designer and instructor  For many years I have strived to improve  my techniques and skills to meet the current art market. My goal is to bring my creations to the public eye to make an impact on their lives. I sell work through galleries, my private collection online. I also do commissioned work.

 

 

 

Highlights from my résumé:  

                                       

 

 

Studied art in high school and at YSU from 1986-1989.

  • 1983 I worked as an independant advertising agent for area businesses. I created ads for print, logos and direct mailers and set up tv and radio time.
  • Have participated in the Women;s Celebration Art show for the last 25 years.
  • Exhibited my work at Old North Church Gallery in 2010
  • I started "ART FOR KIDS" program to teach kids and beginners all aspects of fine arts in 1982.
  • Currently have several instructional classes for children and adults, beginner through advanced, held at Pat Catan's Classroom .
  • Acted as a judge for the Warren Symphony Halloween presentation. 
  • Participated in arts and craft shows including, B&O Artober event and the B&O revival shows, The Butler Museum Holiday Arts and Craft show, Gridiron Spring Show & French market show
  • Conduct a sensory development class for toddlers, held at Pat Catan's classroom.
  • Work show in 2016 show for the Butler Museum of American Art. 
  • Placed honorable mention with "Beyond Jupiter" mixed media work at the 2016 show at tha Butler Museum of American Art
  • WMCY juried art show 2021
  • Member of Mahoning Water Color Society

 

 

 

Artist and instructor

Meet some of my family

My family are the largest part of my inspiration. I would not be the artist that iI am without them.

Lauren, my oldest granddaughter
Chloe, My youngest granddaughter

My entire family  in June 2016 

I am also an author, having published one novel, "The Cameo Connection" with others on the way.

I enjoy reading, singing opera and playing the piano.