About the Artist

  I grew up in small town Saskatchewan and would not choose any other way of life.  I truly appreciate this Province's simplicity and  beauty.   Whether I am camping with family, fishing with my husband, or tending to my flower garden, I feel complete when nature recharges my battery.   Nature can be a great diversion from our everyday stresses.
 I stated painting on canvas in 2003 and bagan painting full time in 2009.  As an artist I have not received any formal training but I cannot claim to be self-taught. Many artists, friends and family members have encouraged, influenced and inspired me.  My husband Ken is my greatest supporter.  I am very blessed to be the wife of a man who is always willing to help and works long hours so that I can stay home and  live my dream.  I immerse myself in books and magazines to learn what I can from other artists.  Workshops are an especially fun and inspiring way of learning. I have taken over 200 hours of workshops from a variety of artists since I started painting.  The more I study the more I realize as an artist I will never be done learning and will continually strive to lay down the perfect strokes to capture the magic of light and nature on my canvas.  I love to paint on location when the summer months permit but find that Saskatchewan weather is not always conducive to outdoor painting so I also paint from photos and memory. 
 I feel  a deep spiritual connection between my environment and my creativity and am driven to capture the connection between nature, light and spirit with my brush. I am passionate about showing off this magnificent country and am especially interested in capturing the magical lure of places that are untouched by humans.
 I love to share my gift with people who appreciate my vision so come along with me on my journey.  I hope I can bring a bit of peace and tranquility to your day. Our home is also my studio and gallery and is open to the public so I can share my passion.  The gallery is open whenever we are home or phone ahead (306 745-2746) to arrange a time to come by.  The gallery is located on 616 St. Mary's St. in Esterhazy, Saskatchewan.