I draw from elements found in nature and translate these elements into an art forms. The rich shapes, textures and colors readily abundant in natural settings provide a continual source of inspiration. I take the beauty of natural structures and contrast these elements with angular man-made structures. As a photographer, I capture moments of natural inspiration in photographs and later translate these images into my sculpture and pottery.

Creating art is my first love, teaching students about art is my second love. As a teacher, I strive to teach my students the best techniques of pottery and sculpture. More importantly, I want to provide them with the hope and courage to unlock their own creativity. I love to see my students’ faces when they begin to master the wheel and create their own art.