The motives behind my art are: beauty, spirituality, and love. I've tried to be "trendy", I've tried to be "dark"...I've tried so many styles, all to no avail commercially, and leaving me spiritually dry. I didn't feel I was truly expressing myself. I felt many of my paintings were lifeless. Eventually every artist finds his/her true voice, and I'm no exception. I returned to my roots and what felt natural to me. As a child I frequently drew women in costumes. Unfortunately, after several bouts with upset teachers I stopped drawing. I will never forget the day I opened a book in my high school's library and discovered the art of Salvador Dali. My insides exploded and I could hardly breathe. Yes, yes, this is art that touches my soul! I was hooked on surrealism and fantasy; inner stories told through a primal symbolism. Still, it took me many years to let myself create such work.

As a woman, I have shared with all women the journey of life, with many women the birth and raising of children, the joys and sorrows of marriage...and I've emerged with a profound appreciation for the female experience. I've learned to honor the eternal feminine aspect of life. I hope that when people see my art they feel encouraged, and recognize the goddess within themselves. What is it? It's the indescribable something that makes life "alive", the creative force, the love that permeates all. Call it whatever you want. I celebrate it with my paintings.