About Annie (and Ellie)

Creativity has always been a part of me, but my passion for painting took a backseat during 40 years of being a mother of twin boys and owner/director of a clinic devoted to improving the lives of children and adolescents with speech, language, and learning disABILITIES. When COVID appeared on the scene, I worked virtually at home. I have to admit I liked the isolation. Oddly enough, I felt quite free. I could hear myself think and let myself daydream. As my mind became uncluttered, I started to paint and do fabric art. I couldn’t stop. I even started imagining images in my sleep and then couldn’t wait to get up to capture them on paper. Something was unleashed inside me and filled me with such joy. I felt content and expressive in new ways.

My work seems to express who I am—someone who loves

• the innocence and playfulness of children.

• the unconditional love from animals.

• the beauty of birds, butterflies, dragonflies,

  and flowers (especially poppies).

• free spirits.

• HUMOR.

When I look at my collection of work, I sometimes laugh at how diverse I can be. I think that will become apparent when you view my paintings and other handmade items. I also love to receive special orders that challenge me to capture what is in the hearts and mind’s eye of others.

Finally, I would be remiss if I did not mention my muse . . . Ellie, my Scottish Terrier. She never leaves my side or the table where I paint. She is proud, headstrong, curious, and quite comical. Look for her in some of my paintings — the tips of her ears may pop out of a flower, or she may be part of a landscape.

I hope my art, cards, and fabric designs bring you joy, a sense of peace, and a smile.