I grew up loving to draw, paint, make things with my hands, and explore. I still do. I enjoy sharing the fun of creative expression with others through teaching art classes. In college I studied art, specializing in painting and received a Bachelors Degree from California State University Northridge near Los Angeles. The people in my life, various places I have lived, literature, dreams and imagination have all inspired the subject matter of my artwork. To The Student: Painting and Drawing are skills that take time and patience. Be patient and gentle with yourself. What people often refer to as "mistakes" are simply steps in the process of learning something new. I suggest keeping your artwork so you can see your progress.