Creative Art Gallery

My artwork is a series of visual conversations—intimate dialogues that unfold between the canvas and myself with every gesture, every placement of paper, and each brushstroke. Through this interplay, I present viewers with a window into my  world. My current body of work delves into the theme of 'A Life Well Lived.' These mixed-media pieces intricately weave together elements from my late husband Douglas's extensive collection of photographs. His creative vision resonates deeply within our shared timeline, capturing fleeting moments that hold timeless significance. By incorporating segments of his images into my own compositions, I honor our artistic collaboration and the enduring legacy of our journey together.

In the process of creation, I often find myself transcending the constraints of time and space. Engaging with memories of the past not only influences my present work, but also allows the images to evolve into new narratives through my hands, breathing fresh life into old memories.

Working across a variety of artistic mediums, I strive to blur the boundaries between different disciplines, creating a rich tapestry of expression in my mixed media pieces. My work seamlessly layers printmaking, painting, and drawing techniques, allowing each element to enhance the others. This ongoing exploration not only reflects my creative journey but also serves as a platform for articulating my distinct voice. 

In my artistic practice, I frequently incorporate woodworking, sculpture, and, more recently, ceramics, which has enabled me to push the boundaries of clay and challenge its traditional constraints. Each piece created I seek the ideal combination of materials to effectively convey my intended message, whether it be personal, social, or reflective in nature.

 My collages weave together entire photographic images, fragments of Douglas's visuals, vintage negatives, and the charm of antique photographic equipment. This artwork encapsulates the intricate tapestry of triumphs and challenges that have characterized our collaborative journey over more than four decades. Each piece serves as a narrative, revealing the transformation of his photographs into my mixed media creations, allowing the story behind each image to unfold. 

There’s an uncanny quality to this process; as the images are deconstructed and reimagined, they seem to breathe with newfound vitality. It evokes the feeling that we are still engaged in the act of creation together, bridging the past and present in a captivating dialogue between our artistic expressions.

Douglas viewed the world through his camera lens. These were his constant companions for forty-plus years, recording his public and private worlds. Proficient in a wide range of formats, his work ranges from analog 35 mm, instant Polaroid film, large format 

8 x 10 to digital imagery. 

As a photography instructor, he was proficient in the darkroom, his favorite place.  He  was the happiest  with    his  hand in the developer bringing a photograph  to  life