I was recently diagnosed with bipolar at the age of 51. For five decades, I grappled with a misdiagnosis of ADHD and was treated with drugs that were destroying me. As such, I decided to move to Colorado and create art that brings awareness to emotional and behavioral health. Today, everyone knows someone or is affected in some way by mental health challenges. This problem is getting worse and needs more attention. I created Frank + Hank to tell my story in hopes of helping a person not have to go through what I did. To that end, I am proud to say I have positively affected many people’s lives. I routinely speak to individuals and groups and assist them in getting help. Hank is my alter ego. Hank is a name I’ve been using for years without knowing I was bipolar. He is a creative soul who you would enjoy spending time with, until you don’t! I’ve managed to keep Hank in NYC, and I hope Frank + Hank can continue to drive conversations around these issues. All of my work has a mental health meaning, and most often some dichotomy of light and dark. I am working with steel, stone, wood, and concrete. All of my pieces are meant to be handled - I believe the sense of touch deepens your experience. My inspiration comes from my experiences in dealing with my mental health issues and the balance between nature and man-made materials. I hope you enjoy the work and appreciate your support.