I want to inspire others with my subject matter. I have since a very young age, when I began to write at all, worked on my art, I studied other artists, and read. There were never enough things to absorb. Along with the craving for painting, music was always important while I worked, classical usually, but I have many musical favorites. I grew up in a very small, local town, and prefer that life still, so that I can continue to grow and try and perfect my work. At about the age of 12, my Father bought me my first set of oil paints, and an easel . I remember him saying "whatever you do, try not to spend too much time on portraits, its too difficult to master." Of course he was smirking, and I took on the challenge. My family always encouraged me to continue, and I soon found myself with many people ordering my paintings, or buying my sketches and drawings. Which has continued to be part of my life ever since.     

I was accepted at The Art Institute Of Boston just before graduation, I was however, not able to attend. But that only made me work harder, and continue to express my self though art, and explored many mediums.

Later as an adult, I found parents of young artists asking me to teach their children, and this blossomed into a 22 plus years, amazing journey mentoring young people. I enjoy that also. A few, have gone on to an art related college and I have given references to them upon request.

• The following are some of the exhibitions I have been a part of.
• Partnered with Jacob Knight in Spencer, Main street 1995 winter.
• Taught at The Hitchcock Academy, In Brimfield Mass. three years both summer and winter courses.
• Member ongoing of The Massasoit Art Guild, Spencer Mass.
• Member QVCAH, Southbridge Mass, on Board of Directors for a time.
• Exhibited for many years at The Spencer Fair , in Spencer Mass,  and The Woodstock Fair, combined the following are some of my awards:
• First Place 3 times, Second Place 3 times, Third Place 2 times, Honorable Mention, 2 times, Fourth Place 1 time.
• Massasoit Art Guild , BEST IN SHOW 2013
• Doreen Sequin Memorial Award 2015, and Honorable  Mention
• PEOPLES CHOICE and FIRST PLACE, 2016.