I love experimenting with textures and how layers of color interplay with rough and raw surfaces. Often I incorporate photography, printed material, image transfers and/or 3D impressions into my oil paintings. Although I prefer working on large canvases and making big marks, I also enjoy using the limitations of smaller surfaces to learn new ways of navigating tighter parameters.

I tend toward making several pieces in a series that explores a theme. And I love a bold centerpiece for a room to be built around.

I make powerful images that ask questions and tell stories. Movement, texture, contrast and balance are what define my images, as well as an editorial signature. Ongoing curiosity and a sense of wonder are the fuel behind my lifelong adventure with photography.

When I began finding perfectly-preserved fossil molds in the yard, I was inspired to make castings in sterling, bronze, and copper. Then I partook of a private Arkansas quartz crystal digging experience and came back brimming with inspiration.

My work in metals, precious and semi-precious gemstones, leather, glass and feathers is inspired by the shapes of things that bring me the most joy in life. And animal totems.

I make every piece as if it’s for myself, and fall in love with it before making it available. Each cast metal piece is backed with soft leather for comfort against the skin, accompanied by quality gemstones and metal findings that come together as a statement piece.

I raise beautiful heritage breed ducks, geese and chickens and they are my loves. During the molt season, their pasture is a treasure trove of colorful plumage of varying sizes and textures. A nearby tree plays host every September to invasive wild grapevines that I twist into beautiful wreaths and decorate meticulously.

And I farm an array of cut flower types that dry beautifully for arranging in vintage vessels.

And other things that inspire me.

My consultation process is a hybrid of traditional design principles and applied holistic studies that support our collaborative relationship.

Together, you and I create a road map for transformation into a space that feeds your soul.

"...But people will never forget how you made them feel." -Maya Angelou

In the short-term rental industry, consistency in five-star reviews is absolutely essential for success.

I help create accommodations that offer a uniquely memorable hospitality experience.

Together we can collaborate on a theme to set yours apart from the status quo and onto the Superhost list.

Public space projects excite me because although they are permanent installations, they exist to define a space of constant movement, impermanence.

My public space installations reflect the energy, action and impermanence of life forms, and the beauty of their cyclical life stages.

I can make something very special for your space or I can assemble a collection of curated works with friends and colleagues.