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Biography

Life is complicated and each day brings new challenges. In contrast, painting gives me a special comfort; an unique pleasure that invites and invigorates.

I use knife and brush on canvas and board to blend colour with passion, texture with movement, and simplicity with intrigue. Vibrant acrylics coupled with mixed media infuse each piece with personality and dimension.

My work reflects the value of the moment, the richness of nature, the power of imagery, and the joy of discovering hidden beauty. My hope is to connect with each viewer and share in the uncomplicated pleasure I receive from painting.

I reside in the beautiful city of Calgary, Alberta near the majestic Rocky Mountains with my husband and children.

When not painting, I may be found shuffling my three active children to the hockey rink, dance studio and places in between. I enjoy travelling, hiking and walking, spending time with family and friends, reading, and thinking about what next to paint.

Education:

2009 - 2018 – Swinton’s Art, Calgary; art instruction with Erica Neumann
1997 – Mount Royal University, Calgary; certificate in neonatal intensive care nursing
1995 – University of Calgary; bachelor of nursing degree with distinction

Exhibitions:

Fall 2014 - 2018
– Calyx Exhibition & Sale, Calgary, AB – group exhibit & sale
– Artful Bench and Bar, Calgary, AB – auction & group exhibit
– Art Market, Telus Convention Centre, Calgary, AB

Summer 2014
– Canadian Artists for the Poor Artwalk, Calgary, AB – group exhibit & sale

Spring 2014
- Beacon Art Show & Sale, Calgary, AB – group exhibit & sale

Fall 2013
- Art Market, Telus Convention Centre, Calgary, AB – November 14-17, 2013
- Artful Bench and Bar, Calgary, AB – auction & group exhibit

Summer 2013
- Canadian Artists for the Poor Artwalk, Calgary, AB – group exhibit & sale

Spring 2013
- Awakening: A Spring Artisan Marketplace, Calgary, AB – group exhibit & sale

Fall 2012
- Beyond an Artisan Marketplace, Calgary, AB – group exhibit & sale
– Artful Bench and Bar, Calgary, AB – auction & group exhibit

Summer 2012
- Canadian Artists for the Poor ArtWalk, Calgary, AB – group exhibit & sale

Fall 2011
– McDougall residence, Calgary, AB – private exhibit
– Beyond an Artisan Marketplace, Calgary, AB – group exhibit & sale
– Artful Bench and Bar, Calgary, AB – auction & group exhibit

Winter 2010
– Swinton’s Art, Calgary, AB – student show & sale

Fall 2010
– Artful Bench and Bar, Calgary, AB – auction & group exhibit

Collections:
– numerous private and corporate collections

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