Born in Pittsburgh, PA I began creating art in any variety of media, at a young age. Most of my early works were in clay or fibers and often sculptural. However, depending on depending on available media, I would find a way to create. After receiving a BFA in fine arts from Carnegie Mellon University, I worked as a graphic artist. From there, I tested a few obscure career paths that I conveniently tied creativity into. Most of my early works were in clay or fibers and often sculptural. I earned a master in art education from Carlow University, leading to a rewarding career experience choice as a senior high school art teacher for twenty years. Finally, I am back to working with my first love, color and texture in acrylic paintings. My work is inspired by my surrounding and emotional impact of a subtle moment magnified by light, color, and simple shapes that create the situation and a moment in time.