My first full time job, just after I turned nineteen, was creating illustrations and graphics for training and educational programs. After doing this for a few years I moved me and my family around the country for progressively better paying positions. I worked full time, did some freelance jobs and got my BA and MA by attending college after work. I eventually ended up in the Washington DC area where I was a Visual Communications Director. I did this until I decided to finally set up my own studio and work for myself as a full time fine artist.

I received my MA degree from the University of Colorado and BA from the Metropolitan State University of Denver. I have exhibited in juried shows across the country and in Europe including having my work published in several art publications. I work from my studio in Maryland, and am an “Artist in Residence” at the Crossroads Art Center in Richmond VA, an “Exhibiting Artist” at both the Art League in Alexandria VA and the Maryland Federation of Art in Annapolis MD.