... never clean.

A background in the fine and graphic arts, including 15 years of sign painting, developed brush and layout abilities; but it was when I took my first pottery class in the early 90s that my direction in art radically changed. I was so excited that, driving to class, my heart would pound and it was hard to breathe. Thankfully, it was an open studio - I could be there from 7am to 10pm! Yay! I was especially drawn to majolica with its bright painterly colors and enduring elegance. I have since taken several workshops, the biggest influence being Linda Arbuckle's majolica workshop.

My work has won many awards, including Best Ceramics several times, and been exhibited at the top shows in the country. My primary goal is to make work that you love to use and have around you.