In high school I loved to work with oil pastels.  I did one oil painting in those years, which I hated and have since painted over, but have always wanted to give it another try. 

Raising seven children on a large rural property left little time for hobbies and it was only about six years ago that I finally pulled out the beginners’ oil painting kit that my late husband had given me for Christmas many, many years ago.

Learning as I go, my first paintings took a very long time to complete and I would often have about a dozen brushes to clean after every session as I experimented, trying to find which brush would produce the effect I wanted.  My art, so far, has been along the line of realism but, as I continue to learn, I hope to expand into other styles of painting.

I was raised and still live in the Kingsbridge area, and I try to reflect the beauty that surrounds me here in my works.  I also find inspiration in the beauty and tranquility I find on backcountry camping experiences with my family.
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I use a few less brushes now and my painting time has picked up as I become more comfortable working with oil paints, which is a good thing, as I now juggle my time between still maintaining my large property but also looking after grandchildren at least three days a week. I wouldn’t have it any other way.  Life is good!