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Dramatic skies and contrasting light are the inspiration for my art. When I moved with my family to Monument Valley on the Navajo Reservation as a child, I was enthralled with the red rocks. I loved drawing their odd shapes, but when my Grandmother visited and painted some landscapes, I knew I had to paint!
Years later, after a disability forced me to quit maternity nursing, I found time to devote to my dream. After developing my own style, I took classes from John Hannaford in Napa, California. There was no structure, just encouragement to pursue individual goals. John commented on my penchant for breaking a rule by placing close objects into my landscapes, but still making the composition work. I continue to feel free to express myself in unorthodox ways, much to the chagrin of my artist friends who love to critique my work.
In 2000 I moved to Aztec, NM from California. Being back in the Four Corners has renewed my inspiration to paint and enriched my life in every way. I paint in my home studio where paintings may be viewed by appointment. I show my work at several venues in Aztec, including Dragonfly Art and Science on historic Main Street.
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Solo Shows:
Farmington Civic Center
DeLorimier Winery, Geyserville, CA
Napa Valley Country Club
Art Association, Vacaville, CA
Yellow House Gallery, Napa, CA
Chimney Rock Country Club, Yountville, CA
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