Art has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. By the time I was seven or eight, teachers often asked me to create illustrations and designs for classroom projects, recognizing my natural artistic ability. That early encouragement set me on a creative path that I’ve followed ever since. As an award-winning children’s book author, I was deeply involved in the visual side of storytelling, working closely with illustrators to develop characters, choose colors, and design layouts. That hands-on approach has always been central to my creative process.
In recent years, I’ve focused on hand-thrown pottery, training for three years at the Sedona Arts Center. I’m particularly drawn to contemporary forms — large, clean, minimalist pieces that balance simplicity and boldness. I love being hands-on with the firing process, embracing the unpredictability and excitement it brings. My aesthetic leans toward modern, refined lines and quiet elegance. Some of my work has been featured in gallery exhibits at the Sedona Arts Center, a rewarding experience that’s connected me with collectors and fellow artists who share a love for contemporary ceramics.
Currently, I’m exploring a new series called “Wish Jars” — ceramic moon jars, many with gilded gold lids, created to meet the growing demand for smaller, meaningful pieces. Each jar represents hope, intention, and the beauty of craftsmanship — continuing my lifelong journey of creating art that blends imagination, purpose, and timeless design.
Clay is my language — a dialogue between earth, fire, and intention. I’m drawn to forms that balance simplicity and grace, where clean lines invite stillness and reflection. Among the various ceramic processes, I explore, Raku firing holds a special place for its unpredictability and the beauty it reveals through transformation.
My Wish Jars — moon jars crowned with gilded gold lids — are vessels for hope and whispered dreams, honoring the quiet connection between creation, contemplation, and release.
