“A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.”

- Amelia Earhart

My paintings celebrate those moments when compassion for others illuminates and transforms us, and the world around us. These acts of love and kindness are often unnoticed and forgotten. The women in my work are nurturers and peacemakers. Since ancient times women have personified compassion, peace and wisdom.

I'm a storyteller and my paintings have often been described as "visual poetry". Stories help us to remember that we are all connected, and what affects one of us, affects all of us. They have the power to inspire us to sow the seeds of compassion and mercy.

Our intimate connection with nature and our role as its’ nurturers and protectors, is a reoccurring theme in my work. Albert Schweitzer once said that until we extend the circle of our compassion to all living things, we will not find peace. Streams, lakes and seas are symbols of life, discovery and renewal. Forests become places of sanctuary, revelation and transformation.

Acrylics and oils are my primary media. Drawing is a defining element for me and I begin by blocking out major shapes with a strong dark line. Using linear brushstrokes that create movement, rhythm and unity, I add multiple layers of color, texture and pattern, continually refining my original drawing. My goal is to tell a universal story of compassion, peace and joy.