I have been creating since I was a child. On my journey, I have always had words, paper and pencil, paints (or crayons) to record my story. Along the way, I have learned about, and added, lots of other materials to my “possibility collection”. I think I have always been a mixed media artist – putting together words, textures, and colors. With so many options, I sometimes have trouble deciding what to work with. Some days I only want to write. I love researching and sharing the stories of everyday men and women in history. Other days, words don’t seem enough, so I look around my studio to see what catches my eye and a new project begins. I love the creative process and the joy it brings to my life.

One of the best things about being a writer and artist is sharing that joy with others. I especially enjoy doing nature and travel journaling workshops, and have been fortunate to lead groups of all ages in schools, libraries (including in England), and national parks. What fun to see the inner artist emerge!

Pandemic update: I haveI have missed doing programs and workshops and being around other artists. But, it has given me time to try different techniques. Art has been my refuge during these last two years. I have enjoyed sharing and making connections with, incredibly talented artists on Instagram and also joining programs and museum tours online.

As of March, 2022, things are looking up and hopefully we can get back to gathering and sharing ideas and art in person. And Spring is here which means being outside and soaking up Mother Nature’s inspiration.

Currently, I am at work on my second book, nonfiction about 18th century women naturalists. I’ll be sharing bits and bobs here as I go, so please stay in touch. I hope you enjoy seeing the various ways one can tell a story.