Like children, artistic talent can sometimes be an unexpected blessing from heaven above.  As a young girl, growing up in the South, I enjoyed drawing.  With my Grandmother’s encouragement, I began to develop my natural gift.  Many years later I graduated from the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising in Los Angeles, CA. Then I became an explorer. I traveled most of America - frequently landing in California, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Florida while working with American Airlines. I also explored murals, photography, watercolors, and most recently, pencil.  Having great support from my family and friends and the determination to never give up, my work is evolving into something special.   I’m happy to share it with you.

During this time of my life I have been blessed to receive invitations to exhibit in many shows, galleries, and have won many awards.

I am now owner of Heavenly Art Inc., a company that creates product with my artwork on it so more people can enjoy it everyday. In my spare time, I teach drawing at Michael's Art Supply Store in Vero Beach, Florida. I enjoy teaching others what I love to do myself.

• Education
  Associates Degree in Visual Merchandising and Communications from The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandise in 1987

• Shows
  Eau Gallie Artworks   2001
  Sebastian Art Show 2001
  Melbourne Art Festival 2002
  Eau Gallie Artworks   2002
  Sebastian Art Show   2002
  A. E. Bean Backus Art Show 2003 received Award of Merit
  Melbourne Art Festival 2003
  Celebration Art Festival  2005 received Award 2nd Place in Graphic Arts category
  New Smyrna Art Fiesta - received Award
  2nd Place in Graphite art
  
  
• Exhibits
  A. E. Bean Backus Gallery & Museum    December 2003
  Indian River County Courthouse sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County October 2005 - January 2006