Artist’s Statement and Influences

GREAT INFLUENCES:​

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Evelyn Mullis, Gaffney, SC—(my mom) basic painting and drawing

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Dr. Seymour Simmons, France—plein air watercolor instructions

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Dr. Margaret Johnson, New York State University—art aesthetics

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Jim Connell, Rock Hill, SC—Basic through advanced ceramics

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Bea Sisson, Lancaster, SC—portraiture

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Paul Martyka, Rock Hill, SC—art criticism and composition

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Margaret Hoybach, Charleston, SC—advanced watercolor instructions

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Chris Darway, Denver, Colorado– silver jewelry making (PMC)

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ARTIST’S STATEMENT:

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“During my artistic journey, the people above have had a great influence on who I am today as an artist and teacher.  Making art is like breathing or eating.  It is something I must do.  And making art inspires me to teach...to share...to give back.  And teaching, in return, motivates me to make art… to improve...to be a great example.  It’s a wonderful cycle.”​