For more than twenty-five years, I’ve worked as an artist, photographer, and gallery organizer, but my connection to the natural world began long before. I come from a family of gardeners stretching back generations. Their devotion to tending living things shaped my earliest sense of beauty, and it continues to guide the botanicals, landscapes, and natural forms that appear in my work. 

I earned my degree in Art and Arts Management, which opened the door to a wide range of experiences in the art world. The San Antonio Museum of Art was one of my earliest roles. There I worked with collections, exhibition prep, and gallery installations. That behind-the-scenes work shaped how I approach composition, materials, and the overall experience of viewing art.

Community has always been important to me, and I’ve had the chance to work with city-funded arts programs to support local artists, organize workshops, and help bring more creative opportunities to the public. I also loved designing floral installations for the Jepson Center’s Children’s Gallery, blending imagination, nature, and playful design for young visitors.

Over the years, I’ve held multiple solo exhibitions featuring my floral and landscape pieces. I’m honored to have a piece currently on exhibit at the Georgia Governor’s Office in Atlanta, a milestone that means a great deal to me.

Today, my work weaves together everything I love: the beauty of the natural world, the craft of making art by hand, and the joy of sharing that art with others. In keeping with the contemplative nature of my botanicals, each encaustic piece is paired with an original haiku that reflects the tone, season, or quiet narrative woven into the artwork. Whether through exhibitions, community work, or the pieces I create in my studio, I hope to offer moments of connection, calm, and wonder, much like the gardens I grew up in.