I’ve had a long fascination with wood. I am awed by its grain, texture, density and figuring. Wood is a gift of nature; art unaided. By utilizing stains, dyes and finishes, I take great pleasure in revealing its beauty. I use wood to create shapes and patterns, using the lines around us as inspiration. I strategically create depth and a bold new perspective on architecture, nature’s landscapes and the human form. My art is composed of multiple pieces of wood, varying in species and thickness. I create a pattern, then cut each piece. The pieces are painted or colored with wood dyes then sealed with lacquer. My use of wood dye is unique to my art. Other mediums I mix in are encaustic and pyrography.

 

I began creating art with wood about 11 years ago. I have exhibited regionally and won awards through the Wisconsin Regional Art program, Mary Hoard Museum and Wausau Center for Visual Arts. I am currently a board member of the Association of Wisconsin Artists serving as their awards chair.