Where Have I Been?

I have lived in Maine, Florida, Massachusetts, Vermont, Switzerland, France, St. John in the US Virgin Islands, and Thailand. I had traveled extensively by sailboat when I became crew at the age of 24. Boats were my way to see the world. On and off, I have had Art studios where I lived and have taught numerous art programs to children and adults. My micro-business "Kissed By Fire Creations" has been selling artwork for 20 years now. I started it after closing my other micro-business, "Creative Crossings" (Art studio in Richmond, VT).

Where ever I am in the world, I find a way to create art. 

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What Inspires Me?

People are amazing works of art in their belief systems, family life, work life, the way they eat, the way they treat others and their culture in general. Indigenous people inspire me, their connection to the earth, and respect for the plant and animal kingdom. I have spent time with Indigenous People from Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, Dominica, USA, Virgin Islands, Thailand, and Lao’s. I am a photographer by degree and use my photos for inspiration for my paintings and sculptures.

Currently I am working on several projects. A piece for a “Fabrics” show for the Howard Arts Collective which will show at the Fleming Museum in the summer. I am facilitating a large installation for the Fleming show with the Howard Center clients and staff. We will also be exhibiting at the Airport again with “ Out the Window” as the theme.

My statement pieces on the environment using plastic pollution, trash and nature as my subjects/topics are ongoing. You can visit my studio by appointment only.

This summer (2024) I will be teaching Environmental Education / Art at summer camps for the Rozalia Project. Helping with a large scale mural with the Howard Center Arts Collective will also take place this summer.

The environment is of utmost importance in my work.