Artist BiographyI am a "self-taught" artist originally from Asheville, NC I have a bachelors degree from Clemson University. I also lived in Atlanta when I was in elementary school a long time ago. I now live in my great-grandparents' house with my husband and one-year-old boxer, Charles. We have three children - a lawyer, a restaurant owner and a commercial realtor and broker. We have four grandsons so far! Our youngest son is getting married New Year's Eve in Charleston, SC!!! Artist StatementI've been painting about 20 years. My father was in the furniture business in Asheville and many of my paintings are a result of his influence. I love pattern, though I never wear it, and remember the patterns in the fabrics he would sell. I also have a pretty good sense of humor which also came from my father, and comes through in my paintings. I paint my interpretation of what I see and put my spin on it! People always ask me how I "come up with this stuff." I am very determined, which comes from my mother so I won't stop on a painting until I feel satisfied. This might involve sanding the whole thing away and starting over!