I began my love of art at an early age under the guidance of my mother, an amazing artist who continues to be one of my greatest teachers.

I was born in California, but graduated from Macalester College, MN, with a B.A in Studio Art and a minor in Dance and Theater. I then began my own business doing commissioned portrait painting while at the same time working as a greeting card illustrator at Mara-Mi, teaching art to children, and dancing professionally. After a few years I moved to New York City to further my art career. I studied at the Art Students League with Nelson Shanks, Everett Raymond Kinstler and Leonid Gervitz as well as at the New York Academy of Art with Chris Pugliese, but I am always learning and finding inspiration from artists and teachers along the way. I currently live in New York City with my husband

I find it fascinating to be able to capture someone's spirit on canvas. The eyes draw me in, for they truly are the "windows to the soul".