There is always a blessing wrapped inside of a challenge.
I have always been fascinated with the creation of art. My own expression did not develop until disability began to limit my physical activity.
I am a disabled artist with FSH Muscular Dystrophy, the most common MD worldwide. A portion of the net proceeds from this site will donated to the www.fshsociety.org & www.fshfriends.org to help find a cure.
I enjoy painting with soft pastels. The pure pigments yield a sensuous feeling and allow for simultaneously creating vibrancy and softness. The other mediums that I work with are graphite and charcoal.
Creativity comes in many forms. I have learned to paint with my left hand since I am losing dexterity in my right arm. You can often see me painting with both hands, my left covering the expanse of the canvas while the right hand draws the details. I let both sides of the brain work it out.
When my work is going well I feel a sense of connection, fulfillment and tranquility. I hope my artwork imparts this to the viewer as well.
Member:
San Diego Pastel Society
Rancho Bernardo Art Association - Board Member 2009-Present
Exhibits & Galleries:
05/2010 "Art in the Pines" Torrey Pines Juried Festival
03/2010 Solo Exhibit Poway Vision Center
01/2010 Poway Center PerformingArt - Poway Woman's Club - 1st Place
Ongoing: BAE Systems Art Gallery
01/2010 Incredible Cafe, San Diego, CA
12/2009 Solo Exhibit Pacific Trust Bank, Rancho Bernardo,CA
11/2009 Solo Exhibit Rancho Bernardo Tennis Club, San Diego, CA
09/2009 Poway Center for Performing Arts - Rancho Bernardo Art Assoc.
03/2009 Solo Exhibit Incredible Cafe, Rancho Bernardo, CA
02/2009 Poway Center Performing Arts - North County Society Fine Arts
2008 San Diego Fair Fine Art Exhibit - Juried - Special Mention
2008 Escondido Art Association - Juried - 2nd place
2008 Carlsbad Oceanside Art League - Juried - Honorable Mention
2007 Poway Center for the Performing Arts - 1st Place
