Each life has a story to tell. Painting has become the voice to share my story. The experience of a near fatal car accident had a transforming effect on me. Though I worked diligently in the field of public health prior to my accident, I now see clearly the connection between creativity and personal health. Consequently, I have cycled back to my artistic roots – embracing my passion for creativity in a more committed way. Using courage and determination as tools to pull myself ... view more »
Artist Medium: Visual Arts: Acrylic, Glass, Mixed Media, Watercolor
The process of creating has at its core, the use of vibrant color. For me, color represents life in its fullness, thus I use it liberally and intensely. In my experience, life is not a neat package of black and white – but filled with colorful moments that transform, alter and often forever change who we are. Consequently, vivid color combinations are the hallmark of my dramatic works. Texture also brings life to my works – depth is created by applying numerous layers of color and texture by using different mediums that vary in viscosity.
Yale University, MPH, New Haven, CT
Boston University, BA Sociology, Boston, MA
Pendleton Art Society, Pendleton, IN 2022-present
Cincinnati Art Club, Cincinnati, OH 2017 – 2018
African Americans for the Arts, Atlanta, GA 2011-2013
Associate Member – Hera Gallery, Wakefield, RI 2009-2010
Merit Award Winner, 10th Annual Juried Art Show, Pendleton Art Society, 2022
Pendleton, IN
Purchase Award Winner, Art Comes Alive Juried Exhibit, Art Design Consultants Inc., 2017 Cincinnati, OH
Finalist, Art Comes Alive Juried Exhibit, Art Design Consultants Inc., 2007 & 2016
Cincinnati, OH