This new mixed media technique combined with seeing my surroundings and dwelling places differently have totally affected my creative life. What was literally boring for me before is now exciting and new with endless possibilities once I saw them differently and started playing and praying the mountains onto page!

Castlerock being one of Wenatchee Valley’s iconic hikes and landscapes inspired me to create it a little different than the regular browns and blues, towards a more playful abstract vision that engages my imagination with the title of ‘castle’ rock and thoughts of castles I imagined as a child. To explore the outdoors like a child and enjoy nature around this valley, these playful colors felt more appropriate.

This painting is from the Northwest series done in mixed media, which were created as a type of ‘living prayer’ for the places around the valley I grew up in, as well as other Northwest destinations that have had special meaning and are close to my heart. Mountains have always fascinated me with the strength and beauty they represent and inspire me to create. I hope this series creates a connection for you with the peace and beauty of this part of the Northwest I call home.

Artist Note: All full color prints are printed by local printing company in Wenatchee, Washington , on heavyweight, high quality paper and packaged with board backing and a protective sleeve.