I was born and raised in New York. I graduated from New York University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in art history. In school I learned about different art styles and movements and became familiar with the clothing and jewelry from each period. I have continued to take studio art courses and workshops with artists across the country.

I spent most of my life living on Long Island with easy access to the wonders and limitless art resources of New York City. Seven years ago I relocated to the Phoenix area and found a very different environment where I discovered big skies, an amazing range of wildlife right at my doorstep, and the primitive beauty of the desert. The new environment offered a wider range of experiences that has also influenced my work. Throughout my life, art has called to me in various medias and forms. Color, texture, and design make up much of my world.