bio | resume | artist’s statement

I create lovely cut paper collages using a wonderful palette of papers in a myriad of colors, textures, and patterns. Each collage is made up of hundreds of tiny bits of paper painstakingly cut and applied by hand, sometimes adding layer after layer, in order to create a multifaceted, dimensional piece of art. As a result, my finished collages sometimes have an almost sculptural feel. As both a design challenge for myself, and a way to define my style of working, I pride myself in creating all aspects of my collages from cut paper, even tiny elements such as eyelashes and whiskers!

The subject matter for my work ranges from whimsical collage portraits of historical figures to everyday events such as birthdays and time with family. However, above all else, I am interested in presenting my viewer with images that both celebrate our unique diversity and unite us in our humanity. I approach each new subject as an exciting opportunity to unite colors, patterns and textures with my own sense of wonder at the world, creating a meaningful piece of art that will delight and inspire my audience.