I am an Alberta-born artist and author. Although I am taking a break from teaching, I have also had extensive experience as an art educator, teaching a wide range of art classes and workshops, both locally and abroad. 

 

It is my hope and intention that my works express a deep reverence and respect for my subjects. Until recently my work has encompassed animals, both wild and domestic, but now, as an author of a fantasy novel series, I am also moved to create works that resonate with that new subject matter.

 

Formal training at the Alberta College of Art and Design – The Alberta University of Art – saw me started on a path as a professional artist. Hard work and a desire to learn how to run a successful studio has led to me to a gratifying career as a creator. Studies of wildlife in natural habitats throughout North America, Europe and southern Africa have informed my extensive portfolio.

 

My most notable work is of large, original oil paintings of wildlife and horses, and distinctive hand cast bronze sculpture which I showcased at the Calgary Stampede Western Artist Studios for 5 consecutive years. I have shown my work in exhibitions and venues across north America and Europe, both public and private, as well as expositions and fundraisers. 

 

Currently, my work is featured in galleries in Canada, the US and France as well as numerous international private and corporate collections including the Toronto Congress Centre’s Kindrie Grove Lobby.

 

I am the author of The Stone Guardians, a fantasy novel series encompassing four books as well as their Companion Sketchbooks. This ever-expanding and evolving project continues to inspire fantasy and mythology related sculpture, paintings and illustration.

 

I live with my husband and son in the Okanagan valley of British Columbia, Canada.

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