Inspired by Nature

I am a West Coast artist, based in Portland, Oregon. My work is deeply inspired by nature, humanity and the creative journey.

My early formal art education steered me towards finding my process, methodology and purpose. Over the years I have worked with many different artists to strengthen my skills of observation and find my niche.

I work in a variety of media and find myself most at ease with charcoal, pastels and oil paints. I enjoy working from life, especially outdoors. My ongoing fascination is with botanical and humans forms.

I create to find meaning, explore my identity and purpose and to connect with my environment and community.

Mine is a seeker’s journey.

Education

Double B.A. in Fine Art & Sociology/Anthropology from Lewis & Clark College.

B.S. in Science from Portland State University

M.A. in Teaching from Marylhurst University in Art and Early Child Education

ESOL endorsement in Spanish, OSU

Additional Art Training

Aristides Classical Atelier

Sadie Valeri online atelier

Workshops and classes with: Michelle Tully, Tony Ryder, Carlo Russo, Suzanne Brooker, Aron Hart, Geoff Flack, Steven Assael, Tenaya Sims, Valerie Collymore, Dominique Medici and many other artists.

Yoga & Gardening

Certified Yoga Instructor, Eight Limbs Yoga

Yin Yoga Teaching Certificate, Yoga International

Yoga Leadership- Shefayoga, Seattle

Master Gardener- Oregon State University