I am a painter who works in my home studio in Lincoln, Rhode Island. My artwork often has farm animals and outdoor landscapes, reflecting a lifelong bond with animals and a deep appreciation for the natural world. When I'm not painting, I am in my garden with its native plants and animals.
As a child, I spent countless hours outdoors, exploring the neighboring farm and nearby open spaces. Our home nurtured creativity. In college, I had the privilege to study with a master Tibetan Buddhist painter in Nepal. This deepened my lifelong connections to art, philosophy and religion.
The rich colors of pastels are appealing. I start with a local photograph and sketch out the 'bones' of the composition--strong shapes that bring balance and interest. Then I choose a few complementary colors with an emphasis on energy and vibrancy.
Creating art is both a joy and a calling. The focus, humility, and moments of insight that I draw upon as a minister are also in my creative process. Whether I'm painting cows in a field, chickens grazing, or a tree on a hill, I have a sense of reverence. Making art becomes a spiritual practice--one that I consider both a blessing and an honor.
My paintings offer beauty, respect, and a touch of humor. They are made to be seen, shared, and enjoyed.
EDUCATION
B.A. (Philosophy and Religion, Visual Arts), Bachelor’s Thesis: Tibetan Buddhist Iconography, independent study with Tibetan Buddhist master thangka painter in Nepal; Antioch College, Yellow Springs, OH.
M.Div., Harvard Divinity School, Cambridge, MA.
Ongoing classes with advanced pastel and other medium artists in California, New England, and the Providence Art Club.
CAREERS
Minister
Artist
AFFILIATION
Exhibiting Artist Member of the Providence Art Club.
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS
2024 “My One and Only,” Group Exhibition, Noho M55 Gallery (formerly Mercer Gallery and Soho Gallery); New York, NY.
2024 “Prescribing Creativity,” Group Exhibition, Bristol Art Museum, Bristol, RI.
2024 “Primary Colors,” Juried Group Exhibition, Rhode Island Watercolor Society, Pawtucket, RI.
2010-Present The Providence Art Club, exhibiting artist and class group exhibitions, Providence, RI.
1995. Landscape Paintings in Pastel, Solo Exhibition, First Unitarian Church Meeting House, Northborough, MA.
UPCOMING
2025 “Animal Dreams,” Solo Exhibition, Mary Castelnovo Gallery, the Providence Art Club, Providence, RI.
