bio:

My journey as an artist and educator has been profoundly shaped by my interdisciplinary background in printmaking, electronic art, and multimedia storytelling, as well as my lived experiences. Born in Minnesota, I lived in Los Angeles, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Texas, and Brooklyn before moving to New Mexico 25 years ago to study at Tamarind Institute, a decision that transformed my artistic practice. I earned a BFA in Printmaking from Pratt Institute, followed by a Master Printer Certificate from Tamarind Institute, and later completed an MFA focusing in Electronic Art at the University of New Mexico.

I am a mother, a partner, and a survivor of childhood adversity. My family is central to my life, and my experiences of love, resilience, and transformation deeply inform my artistic practice. Only recently have I begun to integrate certain parts of my history into my identity and creative work, recognizing how the act of making has been a means of healing, reclaiming, and fostering connection. Being a woman, an artist, and a survivor has shaped my work—not just as a form of expression, but as a way to bear witness and create space for shared narratives of strength.

As a Master Printer, I have collaborated with artists worldwide in renowned studios such as Tamarind Institute, Pyramid Atlantic Press, Jean-Yves Noble Serigraphy, Flatbed Press, and PaperPress in Germany, reinforcing the deeply collaborative nature of my work. This spirit of exchange and mentorship continues in my role as a Principal Lecturer III in Fine Arts at the University of New Mexico–Valencia, where I have taught since 2008. I love teaching, and I believe every student’s story is important. My classroom is a space where students are encouraged to explore their own narratives, develop their voices, and recognize the power of their lived experiences in shaping their creative practice.