I have been drawn to painting in watercolors because I enjoy the transparency and luminosity.   I use layers of transparent washes and push unusual colors.  I use layers of images to give a painting more depth.   I embellish my work with calligraphy, collage and stitching.  A painting should be more than a photograph.  It should convey the artist’s unique perspective.

Printmaking is exciting in that there always seems to be a surprise when removing the paper from the plate.  I like the textures that can be achieved by inking various papers and arranging them on the plate.  I also like the embossed effect made by the press.