About Me

• Introduction
• Education and Experience
• Affiliations
• Where are they now?
  (Further adventures of the bank, the shoes, the fashionistas, and the Tree of Hope)

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I’ve been an artist and art teacher for more than 35 years, working with people of all ages. Although I’m mostly into watercolors, I’m always exploring new techniques and materials. For me the most joy of creating something is in the process of dreaming it up and figuring out how to actualize it. The recent sale of my studio building gives me the freedom to paint, live simply, go “on tour,” and be of service. I try to encourage others to have the courage to risk and live creatively.

My classes and workshops take a gentle approach. They all involve real artistic technique, and also some element of the “inward journey.” In everyday life we get so caught up in details, so we take time to learn to be silent, listen, and allow the Spirit to work. Not only does this promote relaxation and renewal, it also improves the artwork! By telling their story through art, people often create beautiful things that they never thought they could.

You can find more thoughts on art and healing on the Tomato Bisque Soup Club page, and scheduled classes and workshops on the Classes and Events page.

• B.A. and M.S., Art Education, Iowa State University
• My listing in the Iowa Artist Directory describes some of my prior experience.

• Iowa Arts Council
• Iowa Watercolor Society
• KHOI Community Radio
• St. Thomas Aquinas Church
• Sisters of St. Francis

	The historic 1900 bank building still lives at the corner of Main St. and 1st St. in downtown Gilbert, Iowa, where it was home to The Left Bank Studio for ten years. New owner Tina Rice has exciting plans for the little bank, and I’m thrilled to pass on the baton (or the paintbrush) to her! You can see some of Tina’s jewelry, and watch for news of her new shop, at clarkavenue.blogspot.com.
	The “shoes” have walked off to serve dessert in numerous households.
	The fashionista “sitters” are bringing their style to offices and homes, holding court on top of computers, bookshelves, even birthday cakes, helping themselves to the frosting.
	The Tree of Hope found the perfect gig at Party Time rentals where it can make all kinds of celebrating people happy.