Artist Bio:
A mother and grandmother, I was born and raised in Hamilton and has been interested in art my whole life. Taking private drawing lessons as a child, specializing in art studies throughout high school and receiving three honours certificates in fine arts from Mohawk College has helped keep art a central component of my life. As a lifelong learner I am always looking for new techniques and enjoy the opportunity to try all forms of media. I have worked in pencil, ink, charcoal, pastel, watercolor, encaustic, acrylic, and most recently Chinese Brush Painting as well as ceramics and silver smithing. Originally a mechanical draftsperson and technical illustrator, I recently retired from my part time job with two not-for-profit, industrial environmental organizations to focus on my art full time in my studio at the Cotton Factory. I most enjoy painting botanicals, birds and animals in fine detail and show my work at McMaster Innovation Park, juried shows and exhibitions.

Medium:
Various