My love of figure drawing, the American West, and mythology fueled my creative process from the very beginning. I use the cowgirl to tell current stories for and about women, using an eclectic collection of images and ideas from both the past and the present. My art tells the stories of Western women, our animals, and this rich land on which we depend, with dignity and joy. It reflects my admiration for the strong Western women and connects those women’s stories to other women's stories from around the world. We are all on an interconnected journey. I strive to communicate the value found in embracing the beauty and vitality that continuously surround us, and the importance of choosing joy whenever the opportunity arises.