Lesson 2: What lies beyond loneliness?, 2012, 8" x 10", mixed media on wood

Lesson 2: What lies beyond loneliness?, 2012, 8" x 10", mixed media on wood

Lesson 3: If I embrace fire will I find release?, 2012, 8" x 10", mixed media on wood

Lesson 3: If I embrace fire will I find release?, 2012, 8" x 10", mixed media on wood

Lesson 14: Can I survive the whirlwind?, 2012, watercolor and acrylic on paper, thread, wire

Lesson 14: Can I survive the whirlwind?, 2012, watercolor and acrylic on paper, thread, wire

Lesson 5: Restoration pushes through the cracks.2012, 5" x 7", mixed media on wood

Lesson 5: Restoration pushes through the cracks.

2012, 5" x 7", mixed media on wood

Lesson 4: Can I remain open?2012, 7" x 5", mixed media on wood 

Lesson 4: Can I remain open?

2012, 7" x 5", mixed media on wood 

Lesson 13: The windows open.2012, 7" x 5", mixed media on wood

Lesson 13: The windows open.

2012, 7" x 5", mixed media on wood


Through this body of art I explore the experience of holding my heart open during painful life-changes. I hope that as you converse with the work you find a story of your own.