Textures are my passion, especially the textiles of different cultures which are an expression of the wearer’s spiritual beliefs, culture, tradition, and interdependence with nature. What were originally hand-embroidered scenes are now paintings with a background that I have created from man-made prints with my favorites consisting of Indian batiks, insect prints, bird and plant prints, and vivid flower prints. This technique gives my painting a textured quality and as the painting unfolds, I meticulously incorporate the patterns in the cloth with oil paints to bring the image into focus.

My inspirations come from the complex designs in nature, whether they are patterns in a seashell, or the multi-colored blooms in my summer garden. I am drawn to the rich intricacies that nature provides and it is my hope that when people view my paintings they are moved by this world of vibrant colors and textures.