Background

Twenty-Five years ago I received a BFA after studying painting and ceramics in New York and Rome, Italy. I have enjoyed working in several mediums including sculptural work with various woods, bamboo, Japanese papers, porcelain and glass. Additionally I have worked in oils and gouache.

My first encounter with encaustic paintings was in 2001 at a friend’s home. The sensual surface, luminosity and unusual possibilities within this medium attracted me immediately. I asked him to teach me a few basics regarding this new medium and then purchased Joanne Mattera’s book, The Art of Encaustic Painting. Two years later I attended an R&F Intensive workshop taught by Cynthia Winika, a comprehensive hands on experience.

Recently I attended the second Annual Encaustic Conference organized by Joanne Mattera. I enjoyed four full days of demonstrations, lectures, gallery exhibits, networking and a workshop with Kay Walkingstick. Additionally I had the chance to speak with several IEA (International Encaustic Artists) members. Upon returning I joined the IEA and am in the process of starting an Atlanta Chapter.

This September I will attend a weeklong workshop with Lorraine Glessner, artist and professor at Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia. This comprehensive workshop will include alternative mark making within the encaustic medium. Lorraine’s works are stunning. A true alchemist, she incorporates fabric and papers that have been subjected to branding, rusting, burying, decomposition, or exposure to the elements.

You can view my CRV here.

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