my art channels deep
emotions—fears, anxieties,
secrets, and hope.

“Broken Hearted—My Dad” is displayed at the Oak Ridge Arts Center’s Annual Juried Show from September through November. This piece received an honorable mention. It also placed 2nd in the Annual TN Artist Association Juried Show and was displayed at the Art & Cultural Alliance in Knoxville, TN, in July. This is the third time “Broken Hearted—My Dad” has been selected by a juror.

Sculpted art: Each creation embodies an emotional voyage, reflecting my journey through my mom’s dementia, facing fear, experiencing loss, and embracing the full spectrum of compassion. My hope is to illuminate your own struggles through my art.

Broken Hearted - My dad

my art channels deep
emotions—fears, anxieties,
secrets, and hope.

Emotional Dimensions in 3D:
Navigating Dementia, Confronting Fear, and the Full
Spectrum of Compassion Inviting Reflection.

permission to grieve

Art should comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable.

Embarking on the journey of being a caregiver for my
mother during her battle with dementia was an extraordinary test of strength, patience, and resilience. As her perception changed, the shifting dynamics of our
relationship became emotionally intricate and challenging to navigate. Every breath and decision I made during these
six years bore the weight of this profound experience.

 

bore the weight of this profound experience.

Following my mother’s passing and the eventual easing of guilt and emotional burden, I found solace and healing through the creation of art. The process of caregiving had taken a toll on me, and in the aftermath, I turned to 3D art as a form of self-reflection and recovery. This artistic venture began after 11/5/2022, a pivotal moment marking my mother’s departure.

My 3D art pieces materialized organically without formal training, allowing my emotions to guide the creative process. Each artwork springs to life through numerous attempts and manipulations, capturing the essence of my journey.

Only when I mustered the courage to share my work with a local artist, who later became a friend and mentor, did I step outside my comfort zone and submit my art to various local shows.

I now present these pieces as a visual testament to the transformative power of art in the face of adversity. I hope these creations resonate with others, offering a glimpse into the complex emotions of caregiving, self-discovery, and the profound impact of loss.

Following my mother’s passing and the eventual easing of guilt and emotional burden, I found solace and healing through the creation of art. The process of caregiving had taken a toll on me, and in the aftermath, I turned to 3D art as a form of self-reflection and recovery. This artistic venture began after 11/5/2022, a pivotal moment marking my mother’s departure.

My 3D art pieces materialized organically without formal training, allowing my emotions to guide the creative process. Each artwork springs to life through numerous attempts and manipulations, capturing the essence of my journey.

Only when I mustered the courage to share my work with a local artist, who later became a friend and mentor, did I step outside my comfort zone and submit my art to various local shows.

I now present these pieces as a visual testament to the transformative power of art in the face of adversity. I hope these creations resonate with others, offering a glimpse into the complex emotions of caregiving, self-discovery, and the profound impact of loss.

     

3 Inch or Bigger Sculptures

Awards & Upcoming Shows

Broken Hearted—My Dad is featured on the right. This piece just placed 2nd in the Annual TN Artist Association Juried Show and will be displayed at the Art & Cultural Alliance in Knoxville, TN, in July.

Art Pieces: Spent, My Therapist, and Phenomenal Phee featured online gallery:  KB Mart Gallery 

National Juried Exhibition
Art and Culture Alliance Emporium Juried Show
February 2024 Piece: Puzzling Dementia     

National Juried Exhibition Arts and Culture Alliance Oct. 2024 Piece: Heartbroken – My Dad 

Mayor’s Office, Knoxville TN
Piece: Empty Nest
June- December 2024 

Blue Door Art Center, Yonkers, NY  16th Annual Juried Members Competition & Exhibition. Piece: EVE

Novum Artis – The New Artistic Magazine: Featured:  Broken Hearted & Even Angels Cry – August 2024

Clinch River Artisan Craft Show- October 5, 2004

58th Annual Fine Art Craft Show, sponsored by Foothills Craft Guild at the Knoxville Expo Center.

Tellico Village Art Guild
12 wall hangings
October 2024

National Juried Exhibition
Art and Culture Alliance Juried Show
February 2024

Mayor of Knoxville Offices
Piece: Frayed sanity – Weariness and Worry
Nov. 2023 – March 2024 Knoxville, TN

Athens Area Council for the Arts
Juried Show – Athens, TN
January – February 2024
Athens, TN

Blue Door Art Center
16th Annual Exhibition Call
Yonkers, NY

 

 

Big News

I am pleased to announce that juror Mary Laube has chosen my piece. I Don’t Feel Right For the Arts in the Airport exhibition!  a staggering 808 images from 217 artists this round. 46 selected works!  

This piece is also featured online with the 50th Issue of Artistonish 2024 Exhibition and Publication.  September 2024

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