Staff Directory

A gift I was born with is best described as teaching. I am an artist, maker, teacher, coach, partner, problem solver, mentor, and friend who feels that life is about connection. I’m well versed in gaining insight from unsuspecting resources and life experiences. My teaching super power is  that I learn in front of my audience, making students feel safe when vulnerable. I find authentic reasons to praise, (and do so often). 

Statements you may hear me say, “Have an opinion, but be sure it’s an educated one.” I feel that diversity is to be discovered, considered, discussed, and studied in the art culture and we do so by “Reading” works of art before judgment. It is through foreign (and familiar) fundamentals that we lead, and are led, to newfound awareness that encourages connection and confidence in our human family. 

Technique and fundamentals are incorporated into layered thoughtful exercises in class. 

Favorite Quotes:

1- “EARTH WITHOUT ART IS JUST… EH.” ~Unknown

2- “A line is a dot that went for a walk.” ~Paul Klee