I grew up in Freeport, Maine and later studied ecology at Bennington College in Vermont. After graduating, I spent time living and teaching in Brazil and Spain and then earned an M.Ed. in Elementary Education and Creative Arts in Learning. I taught in public schools in Greater Boston and San Diego for more than twenty years. Then in 2022, I stepped down to dedicate more time to supporting my mom.
More recently, I have returned to my art practice. My interest in nature and environmental stewardship influence my artistic pursuits, as they did my classroom teaching. I like to draw material from nature to use in my work, and I try to use recycled and repurposed materials when possible. I consider creativity to be inherent in all people. To me, art is a gift that was given to me by the people who taught and inspired me, and I hope to pass it along to others.
I now live in San Diego with my husband and daughter. Our family frequently spends time in Maine to visit my dad and have family get togethers. Alongside spending time with family and doing artwork, I also enjoy gardening and volunteering at The Glenner Center, which provides day programs for people living with dementia.