Just me and the sky! Nature and vivid colors inspire my work—bold, colorful landscapes and botanical tapestries expressed in rich textures of mohair, wool, silk, and other fibers. Living in Colorado gives me lots of inspiration to draw on. Whether it’s the rugged Rockies, grassy meadows, or the high desert along the front range, the scenery and wildlife are extraordinary to see. Spending time outside allows me to observe the natural world with its many textures and colors. The sounds and smells of a spruce forest or a sprawling grassland with singing Meadow Larks only add to the experience that I bring to my frame when I create. Capturing these remarkable elements in an abstraction of shapes and colors invite the viewer for a closer look at my tapestries.

As an avid learner who continually seeks new methods to expand my craft, I explore blending various textiles and unique finishing techniques that result in a watercolor and painterly effect. This allows me to combine abstract and impressionism into every tapestry I design. My work balances a strong color sensibility with attention to femininity—contrasting plush mohair with lustrous silk, or dense wool with airy threads—to create depth, movement, and a contemporary style. Each piece is both a study in composition and a celebration of texture and combines abstract and impressionism art styles.

Teaching is a meaningful part of my practice; I believe sharing knowledge is a gift we give to others. I genuinely enjoy guiding others through processes, troubleshooting, and seeing the small discoveries that accelerate their skill development. It’s one way to carry history into the future. Simply put, when we join hands and share the art of hooking rugs, we preserve its tradition for younger generations.