Born and bred in southwestern Ohio, I attended the University of Cincinnati & Edison State Community
College majoring in Fine Arts and minoring in History. At a young age I dreamed of being a comic book
artist. This started a love of illustrative art which is with me to this day. First concentrating on pastels
and pen & ink,
I now work in the new and exciting medium of colored pencils. I had the privilege of studying with two
nationally known artists - Janie Gildow and Ann Kullberg. Under the tutelage of these two gracious
ladies I gained experience in this relatively new medium and developed my own style, which pays homage
to both of theirs.
I teach classes in colored pencil on a drop-in basis at the Hayner Cultural Center in Troy, OH. For
information please email me or call the center at 937.339.9457 I work in graphite, pastel, and pen &
ink as well. Mostly a realistic artist, I have stretched out doing contemporary pieces for David Fair
Designs & Winans Candies employing gel & acrylics.
Other interests? I have many. I am a member of the Troy Historical Society of Miami County, OH
where I get to indulge my keen interest in my Irish heritage and genealogy. I am the founder of
‘Gallimaufry, a Writer’s Group’ also out of Miami County. Currently I am publishing my own work.
My interests are fantasy and historicals. I also have great fun writing fan-fiction and creating fan art based
on a variety of shows from my childhood including Daniel Boone, the Young Rebels, Robin of Sherwood
& the Golden Age 'Teen' and 'New Titans' comic books. As well as a few others - check it out!
I am currently employed at the Piqua Historical Area in Piqua, OH as an Interpretive Guide, and lead the
tours at the Johnston Farm House which was the home of John Johnston, Indian agent to the Miami,
Shawnee, Wyandot and Seneca tribes of Ohio (among others) from 1809 – 1829. The house was
built 1811 – 1815. You can find more information here: Piqua Historical Area
Welcome to my world. Here you will find out a little bit about me, my interests and my work. Please check out my art
and fan-writing pages, as well as the page for my studio 'Renderings' where you can purchase cards and more.
and fan-writing pages, as well as the page for my studio 'Renderings' where you can purchase cards and more.
A little bit about me
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