My work is functional and meant to be used. I work in clay because it allows me to focus on form and function as well as the decorative surface. I love to incorporate bright color and texture, be it smooth or rough to help tell a visual story. Every unique piece holds a story abstractly expressed through color choices, printed, painted and carved(sgraffito) designs. The sgraffito designs I create stem from design elements and principles and extensive studies in art history. My subject matter is influenced by life experiences as a woman, teacher, daughter, sister, wife, traveler, cancer patient caregiver and artist.
