It has always been my strong belief that art is about perception and every individual has a unique perspective when it comes to the world around us. We all exist within our own realities and as a watercolor still-life painter I have found the perfect vehicle for presenting my particular view of the world to others. Although I am currently in the midst of a floral series, it is not unusual for me to paint subjects such as locks, keys, plumbing fixtures, or other objects around us whose beauty is often overlooked. I am fascinated by the shadows, subtle colors, and gradations that the eye sees when it carefully scrutinizes our environment. My ultimate goal as an artist is to make the viewer of my work intensely aware of the spectacular world that surrounds us.