I found a quote from one of my favorite artists that truly resonates with me:
“I have walked this earth for 30 years, and, out of gratitude, I want to leave some souvenir.” VINCENT VAN GOGH
About Me
I am a self-taught artist who as an adult went back to school to redefine what it was I wanted to accomplish with my art. I attended many classes at the University of Vermont in a two year period which helped me to grow immensely as an artist.
After experimenting with my art for a while, a life altering event caused a complete shift in how I painted. Prior to this shift, I painted about what I saw and knew which included still life and landscapes. It then became more about what I felt and about pushing the boundaries of how I had previously painted. This release allowed me to paint with freedom and emotion which for me led to a very different means of expression, a very abstract expression.
As I continue on in my journey of abstract painting, I find more fascination and freedom to explore and experiment. Some paintings are deliberate and are meant to evoke specific emotions while others are an exploration of technique, color, and texture.
I continue to pursue every avenue so that I may share what I love to do with others. Art imitates life and is a continual process of growth and curiosity. It will live long after we have gone.
Current & Past Exhibits
Group Exhibitions
• S.E.A.B.A Gallery - Burlington, VT
• Burlington City Arts Center - Burlington, VT
• VT Institute of Contemporary Arts - Chester, VT
• Metro Gallery - Burlington, VT
• West Branch Gallery & Sculpture Park - Stowe, VT
• Sweet Grass Gallery - Williston, VT
• Brickwork Art Studios - Burlington, VT
• 266 Studios - Burlington, VT
• Innovation Center- (S.E.A.B.A) - Burlington, VT
• Burlington International Airport - So. Burlington, VT
• Grand Isle Artworks - Grand Isle, VT
• Let It Rain.org - Burlington, VT
• Frog Hollow Art Gallery - Burlington, VT
• Art on Main Gallery - Bristol, VT
• Root Gallery - Burlington, VT
• South End Art Hop - Burlington, VT
• Art's Alive Festival - Burlington, VT
• Hearts Full Of Hope - Burlington, VT
• Burlington City Arts, Triangle of Excellence - Burlington, VT
Solo Exhibitions
• Vermont Fine Wine & Food Festival - Burlington, VT
• Brickwork Art Studios - Burlington, VT
• S.E.A.B.A. Center - Burlington, VT
• Vermont National Country Club - South Burlington, VT
• South End Art Hop - Burlington, VT
• Art Affair - Shearer Chevrolet, South Burlington, VT
• Vintage Inspired - Burlington, VT
Publications
• Festival of Fine Art - Festival Catalog Featured Artist
• Burlington Free Press - South End Art Hop, Arts Alive, and Featured Artist
• Vermont Dining Guide - Featured Cover Artist
• Seven Days - Spotlight Artist and Multiple Featured Covers