ABOUT THE ARTIST
I have always been intrigued by the photographic medium. Exploring ways to use the camera as a tool to experience light, color, texture, pattern and all of the interesting natural and man-made objects that fascinate me.
Being a photographer since the early seventies, I continue to experiment with all types of photographic media, subjects and composition as it relates to my work.
What I shoot now is meant to make people stop, look and get involved in the images they see.
As an artist, I photograph a variety of objects that catch my eye in different ways, colors, angles, patterns, values...whatever it might be.
Composition is the key, even with digital photography where we can manipulate the image any way possible.
The photographer has to understand light and composition, or the result is not very pleasing to the eye.
Photography is an art form and I enjoy creating art with my photography, whether it is for my own work or for others.
I strive to create one-of-kind lasting images. A photograph captures a moment in time to be enjoyed forever and taking the time to make a unique, quality image is worth the time and effort.
Whether I shoot black & white or color, digital or film, natural or man-made objects, I want my vision to be understood, get the viewer involved and take the time to experience my vision...and my passion.
Thanks for taking the time to experience my work.
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2012
Fine art images from India & Mexico, Olio Wine Bar, Mancos, CO
"Art and Soul', Rochester Hotel, Durango, CO
2011
" Hundreds of Feet ", Spruce Tree Coffeehouse, Cortez, CO
2010
"Toyed With", Open Shutter Gallery, Durango, CO
"Holiday Show", Desert Pearl Gallery, Cortez, CO
"Spring Juried Show", Mancos Chamber, Mancos, CO
"Retrospective 2", Cortez Recreation Center, Cortez, CO
2009
"Holiday Art Ole", Durango Art Center, Durango, CO
"Brewfest Artists", Cortez Recreation Center, Cortez, CO
"Travel", Open Shutter Gallery, Durango, CO
"Focus", Open Shutter Gallery, Durango, CO
2008
"Holiday Art Ole", Durango Art Center, Durango, CO
2006
"What Is It?", Open Shutter Gallery, Durango, CO
"4 Women 4 Views", Main Street Gallery, Cortez, CO
2005
"SWMH Foundation Show", Main Street Gallery, Cortez, CO
2003
Aspen Guard Station Artists, Cortez Cultural Center, Cortez, CO
1991-2010
Participated in the Pinon Arts & Humanities Alliance Juried
Fine Arts Shows & Awards listed below:
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2012
"Retrospective III", Cortez Recreation Center, Cortez, CO
"Faces of the World", The Farm bistro, Cortez, CO
2011
" Time and Places " , Cortez Recreation Center, Cortez, CO
2009
"Color in Motions", Desert Pearl Gallery, Cortez, CO
2008
"Retrospective", Cortez Recreation Center, Cortez, CO
2007
"New Work", Cortez Recreation Center, Cortez, CO
"Jamaica!", Slideshow Gallery, Delores, CO
"Photography Group Show", Cortez Cultural Center, Cortez, CO
AWARDS
2011
Merit Awards for 3 photographs, B & W + COLOR magazine, published September 2011
Cover artist, Arts Perspective Magazine, Durango, CO
2010
2nd Place, Professional Photography, "Que Pasa?"
Life on Chapala Juried Show, Quattro Gallery, Ajijic, Mexico
2008
Best of Show, Professional Photography, "Vibrant Motion"
Honorable Mention, 3-D, "Face of Fire"
16th Annual Juried Fine Arts Show, Cortez Cultural Center, Cortez, CO
Cover Artist, Arts Perspective Magazine, Durango, CO
2007
Honorable Mention, "Times Past",
Photography Show, Cortez Cultural Center, Cortez, CO
Honorable Mention, "Behind the Cross Doors",
Arts Perspective Magazine contest, Durango, CO
2006
First Place, Professional, "Silvia",
15th Annual Juried Fine Art Show, Cortez Cultural Center, Cortez, CO
2005
Best of Show, Professional, "Lake Powell Blues",
14th Annual Juried Fine Art Show, Cortez Cultural Center, Cortez, CO
1999
Honorable Mention, Amateur, "Young Dancer",
8th Annual Juried Fine Art Show, Cortez Cultural Center, Cortez, CO
1998
Honorable Mention, Amateur, "Tasmanian Lobster Pots",
7th Annual Juried Fine Art Show, Cortez Cultural Center, Cortez, CO
ARTIST RESIDENCIES
2011
Artist-in-Residence
US Forest Service, Aspen Guard Station, Mancos, CO
2002
Teacher-in-Residence
US Forest Service, Aspen Guard Station, Mancos, CO
CURRENTLY SHOWING
Heart Path House - Cortez, CO
Exponential Engineering - Cortez, CO
Durango Space - Durango, CO
Cortez Chamber of Commerce - Cortez, CO
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