Artist Statement

Don’t just make a statement… be the statement! My mother always told me to march to the beat of my own drum. Stand out. Be yourself. Make your own statement. My art is a reflection of my uniqueness and individuality. It is abstract, modern, bold and edgy.

My pieces boast bold black & white or grey scale, monochromatic or intense color schemes. They are strong – full of texture and emotion. They tell a story about standing up for what is right, thinking outside the box, remembering to have fun and to live life to the fullest! My work is predominantly stretched canvas with acrylic or mixed media, but my portfolio comprises some wood / metal and charcoal sketch work. I’ve even been known to paint rocks I find in the woods. I spent years trying to find a fit for my insane creativity. I have sketched, colored, painted and created as a hobby since I was a small child, but it wasn’t until recently that I was motivated to pursue a career as a professional artist. After an MBA, international college, corporate America, and the launch of a successful small business, I still felt like something was missing. Being an artist Gives me a creative outlet to express myself and facilitates a way to give back to the community. I have realized that creating art for others is my real passion. I pour my heart and soul into my pieces and they provide an avenue to not only share a piece of myself and inspire others, but to help donate and raise money for significant nonprofits and charity events. Inspired by NATURE, words/thoughts/ideas, emotion, modern abstract expressionism era.

Experience

  • Leawood Fine Arts Gallery
  • 2018 Parade of Homes:  Black & white series was featured on display in the 2018 Parade of Homes Gold Winner!
  • Design & Staging Leases
  • Laguna Beach Art Gallery
  • Arts Council KC,Member
  • FeatherStone Home Accents
  • MOD Gallery
  • Summit Art Member: (Juried)
  • “Now Showing” KC Exhibition
  • St. Luke’s Hospital Gallery Artist
  • First Fridays (Affiliated with Crossroads gallery hosts)
  • Fourth Fridays Art Walk LS Artist
  • Featured Display Artist in:  Atomic  Gallery, Equity Bank, The Eye Station, ScriptPro, Kenny’s Tile, Colonial Nursery, En Vogue Salon, DT Coffee shops & More!
  • Commissioned on multiple $1000+ Custom jobs