Artistic endeavors have always been an important aspect of my life.  I explored various forms of art until I finally found my passion growing in my garden: the gourd.  Once dried and cleaned, the individuality of each gourd provided me with the unique "canvas" I needed to incorporate several different techniques into one piece.  
   For over 20 years I have painted, carved, and woven my art onto gourds- taking care to emphasize the inherent beauty of the gourd itself.  Many of my projects utilize bead work, staining, acrylic painting, weaving, and natural materials.