"Reading is the key that opens the doors to many good things in life. Reading shaped my dreams and more reading made my dreams come true."
- Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Mission Statement:
I firmly believe that finding joy in reading at a young age can inspire a love of learning that will last a lifetime.
My Voice:
My goal is creating illustrations that support character development and narrative by focusing on playful use of line, color palette, texture, detail, white space and above all emotion.
A little bit about me:
As a child I loved Bugs Bunny, Bloom County, Calvin and Hobbes, and Al Hirschfeld. Later on I was inspired by David Wiesner, Shaun Tan and William Joyce.
I am a published author/illustrator with many years of experience as a creative professional. Currently, I’m a high school art teacher, a role that has changed my life.
My professional development includes being a PB Party Illustration Showcase Finalist, NESCBWI Illustration Coordinator, NESCBWI Spring Conference Portfolio Showcase judge and faculty. I have completed a mentorship with The Illustration Department, and have been an attendee at many SCBWI International Conferences in New York City.
When I’m not getting lost in worlds of my creation, I love wandering, whether on the beaches where I live, in a new city, or Iceland.
I am equally happy with a pencil or a stylus in my hand.
I am currently seeking representation