I was born and raised in the San Francisco Bay Area. I graduated from Humboldt State University in 1984 with a BA degree in Fine Arts, emphasizing drawing and painting. I was first introduced to the art of sandblasting glass while working for a stained glass studio in Truckee, California. After several months of experimentation, I knew I would pursue this art form further.

I later found employment as a graphic artist, a sign designer, and an art teacher on the island of Guam. Although these experiences were gratifying, the allure of glass has dominated my artistic interests since 1985. Drawn by the magnificent natural beauty of the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound, I eventually landed in the Northern Puget Sound Region. In 1994, I started my business," Blast It Glass" in Bellingham, Washington.

I make custom glass and tile architectural pieces for homes and businesses, and I create free standing art pieces, tables, mirrors and lanterns. I work entirely on flat glass because I like the way the transparent planes move in and out of space. The imagery I choose and the application of basic design principles are central to the effect of each piece. However, it is the material itself that lends its magic to the finished pieces. The subtle or dramatic interaction of light on the reflective surface is what brings the carved glass to life.


My husband and I now make our home and business in the foothills of Mount Baker. Living, working and playing in this nourishing environment are integral parts of an artistic journey that continues to lead me just over the next hill and around the next bend.