IL. based artist working in Traditional Oil Paints and specializing in domestic and wildlife portraiture.
I hold a BFA in Art Education from the University of Illinois and have taught K- adult for over 25 years. I hold a current K-12 PEL (Professional Educators License) in IL. My experience includes teaching summer school art through Unit 4, teaching at private schools, 4-H programs, homeschool groups, and assisted living facilities. Since renewing my passion for painting in 2014, I have shown my work in galleries in Illinois, Florida and Alabama. I also create commissioned drawings and paintings for clients throughout the country.
