About ME

A native New Yorker, I graduated from the Fashion Institute of Technology, NYC, with a degree in Illustration/Graphic Design. Early on I worked in New York as a Freelance Illustrator, meeting many challenges and enjoying the business of Illustration/Design in such a great city. I married a Marine Corps Officer and was fortunate to experience living in numerous countries as well as various states over a 22-year period. This opportunity allowed me to explore and develop my love for watercolors. While living in Japan, I started painting watercolor portraits, and it turned into a full time business. Through this experience I gained confidence in my style and understanding of the medium and only some of what it could offer. Although painting will always be my passion, I developed a interest in technology and graphic design on a computer became my new challenge and focus. For 16 years I worked as a graphic designer in the Pentagon for the Air Force, this may have been my most challenging and rewarding job. I was able to blend my painting and design skills together in a digital form. Whenever I am out or on travel, I am always taking photos creating a wealth of references for my future paintings. Watercolors continue to be an ongoing learning experience for me, I continue to evolve with both color and design. I sincerely hope you enjoy my work.