“The greater danger for most of us lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low, and achieving our mark.” ----Michelangelo Buonarroti, 1475-1564

Michelangelo’s statement is fundamental to my philosophy as an educator and artist. I believe that everyone can be creative and that this skill, like any other, must be nurtured. The learning process should include finding and expressing inner creativity without fear. As an art educator, I strive to instill the concept that art transcends time and is accessible, exciting, and human. My role in guiding all students to develop and deepen their critical sense of the arts is essential as it relates to everyday life. I find my motivation in my students and the change I see in their confidence and abilities. I genuinely enjoy getting to know my students and the fact that I learn along with them.
My personal artwork explores the interconnectivity of the natural world, the spiritual world, and the human world by combining traditional and modern techniques of image-making. Inspired by ancient folklore, New England heritage, and the branching, growing, layered gifts of the Earth, I strive to stimulate curiosity and inspire a deeper connection to the natural beauty and wonder around us. I have earned a BFA and MFA, both with a concentration in Drawing and Painting. I have also earned an M.A. Ed in Art Education.

Currently, I teach high school art and college-level fine art courses in addition to working in my home studio. I have exhibited my two-dimensional work in New England, New York, and Italy. My jewelry has been featured in craft magazines and within local craft galleries. When I'm not in my studio, I love spending time with family, my husband, and our fur baby Salem. I also enjoy reading, learning guitar, and kayaking. Passionate about nature, you can almost always find me in the forest on a trail.