When I first moved to the west coast, I couldn’t believe how tall the trees were. They seemed like mythological creatures, which is a funny way to think about trees. But, there they were– standing so immensely tall and yet so gentle. That was how I wanted to be, so I have stayed here ever since.

For the last 15 years, I have been working as an artist and an educator. Some days I am better at one than the other. The good days are when I am excellent at both simultaneously. I love those days. I teach a variety of mediums– painting, drawing, photography, writing, film making. Mostly what I teach is how to develop your voice honestly, openly and confidently. I like to ask questions. I find it is the best way to get an answer– start with a question. What I teach is how to ask the right questions and how to not be afraid of the answers.

I make art because it is the best language I speak. I teach art because I want to have more and better conversations with my fellow humans about this big amazing world and everything in it.