“I am an optimistic, energetic person whose works are stylized, yet recognizable, vibrantly colorful, intricate, playful, enlivening, and upbeat. I work mainly in oils and mixed-media. My work reflects my love of art history and my response to, and interpretation of the culture and landscape of each new experience. I grew up in Brooklyn, NY and received a BFA, an MA, and an MFA in painting . I have had over 50 one-person shows, numerous museum exhibits, and received many awards. My work is represented in collections in six countries. Since 1999, I have the privilege of running painting workshops in France, Italy, Greece and Mexico and also on the Oceania Cruise Line in many parts of the world. I love teaching at three art museums in Massachusetts, USA since 1975. For me, art is about enhancing and interpreting reality to create a more optimistic and joyous world.”