About

I am a resident and native of Raleigh, NC, where my passion for art was cultivated early on. I earned my Bachelors of Fine Art with a concentration in Painting and Drawing from East Carolina University. During this time I also taught Painting classes at the Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge Gallery.

My work includes a variety of subject matter inspired by my observation and experiences. They are a reflection of places, people, and things that have left an impression on me and hold significance. I am largely influenced by my affinity for the coast and sun-drenched summer moments.

 ”inspired by observ. and experienc, my work reflect cursoity, awe, …”
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I am drawn by the challenge and problem-solving process of realism; while balancing using color and brushwork to preserve the expressive qualities

My work includes a variety of subject matter/ style constantly evolving, drawing inspiration from my observation and experiences.

Painting allows me to preserve memories, capture nostalgia, explore curiosity,

reflecting ___, my work ___ moments,

My paintings reflect moments of curiosity, awe, or nostalgia.

My desire is to recreate glimpses of these moments;

I feel art is a unique way of processing the world; to look at it more closely and appreciate it more fully.

and the feelings elicited in that moment

I aim to not just share what I’m seeing, but to communicate the essence and feeling of that moment to the viewer, allowing them to