I live on a ranch north east of Greeley, Colorado with my husband John, where we run 150 head of Hereford/Cross cattle. I have four quarter horses, three dogs, ten cats, and a little flock of chickens.
I have had a passion for art as far back as I can remember, selling my first painting of an old barn (oil on canvas) when I was 10 years old! With a degree in Graphic Design, I worked specifically as a graphic artist for over 30 years, adding fine art commissions to my studio works, after my son and daughter were born.
I work in all 2D mediums, as well as sculpting with polymer clay and gypsum plaster. And, I write and illustrate for children's magazines. I exhibit my paintings locally, regionally and nationally. I was very honored to have my painting titled "Posted" purchased at the 2014 Western Spirit Art Show, and introduced into the permanent art collection at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum. My public art installations can be found throughout the City of Greeley, including iron cast manhole covers, murals in the performing art center and on traffic-utility boxes along busy streets. In 2016, I designed the logos and other printed pieces for the annual Weld County Cattle Barons Ball, raising awareness and funding for the American Cancer Society research and patient services.
Most of my art pieces are classic western or wildlife, but I like to add an element of whimsy every chance I get, especially when I can combine the concept of our precious wildlife and how adaptable they can be in the environment before them. I've heard it said, "Paint what you know"...I find inspiration in my everyday life. I'm fascinated with turning a brush full of cadmium red into the hide of a bull standing in a field, or a bluff under a western sky.
Thanks for the visit! Hope you enjoy my work...And, please Contact me if you see something you like!
Below you will see my galleries. Prints are available of all of these paintings, starting at $65 for the 11x14" size, giclee on quality photo paper (best value), but can be printed to your preferred size, or giclee on canvas wraps, too! (Prices will vary). Please contact me to check availability of original paintings.
Pet Portraits in pencil start at $100 for 16x20", but can be drawn to your preferred size, or of course they can be painted! (Prices will vary, so please feel free to contact me for a quote).
Have something special in mind? Perhaps illustrations, architectural renderings, or a sentimental item you'd like painted? I gladly accept all reasonable fine art commissions!
Gill, Colorado, United State
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