I have called Washington my home my entire life. This is where my love of art began. From the moment I was first able to grasp a crayon in my fingers I have loved to create.  Throughout my development as an artist, I have been encouraged by loved ones beginning with my grandparents. My Papa would bring home recycled and bound scratch paper for me to draw on.  When I was in college, my father purchased the easel I still use today.  My grandmother would show my artwork to her friends or sit patiently as I described my work to her. When I entered the Art History program in college everyone was supportive. 

Cubism, abstract art, and the use of oil paint were introduced to me by my mentor, Mr. Elmer Williams, who was my high school art teacher and became my mentor.  He fostered my artistic voice. I love to travel the world and find much of my inspiration from my travels. My travels influence my work. The cultural experiences, influences, and amazing people are the inspiration for my pieces as many of the subjects featured in my work. My travels here in the United States and abroad foster an evolving voice in my work.

I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Art History and a minor in African-American Art History from Eastern Washington University.   From there, I began to gather inspiration from the numerous places that I have had the opportunity to travel. 

My creativity continues to evolve and develop as I gather inspiration from the world around me.