Artist Statement

I have loved drawing and creating my whole life. I remember being 5 years old and erasing the lines in my Barbie coloring books and redrawing the fashions to ones I liked better! In high school, I had the best art teacher who encouraged me and instilled a deep love of art history and modern art as well. I graduated with a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts from the University of Missouri, Columbia, in 1996.

After taking time to start a family and move to Texas, I completed my Masters Degree in Education. I was finally able to combine my love for art with my newfound passion, child development. I began my teaching career in 2009, teaching elementary art for nine years before transitioning to middle school for several years before returning to my roots.

In addition to teaching young artists, I am a professional artist and an arts advocate who holds a position on Flower Mound’s Cultural Arts Commission. I also have a vintage resale shop on Etsy called AH Collective Shop and spend weekends finding treasures for that. I love to spend my limited free time hunting estate sales with my family or painting while listening to books or podcasts.

I take inspiration from figures, landscapes, old buildings, animals and still lifes. Recently I have been experimenting with abstract and non-representational themes and different methods of mark-making. I follow no particular trends or styles, preferring to let each piece evolve as I work . My philosophy for art and for life is that the joy is in the journey. Embrace the chaos, commit yourself to your passion, and never be afraid to try something new. Creativity comes from an open mind and a thoughtful approach to new situations.

Horizon supports the visual arts in our community and enhance the spiritual experience in our sanctuary by exhibiting the work of local artists. Horizon receives 20% for each artwork sold. To purchase an artwork, please contact the artist or email horizonart@horizonuu.org.

Exhibition Guidelines

Our space accommodates 15-20 large to medium works of art or more smaller works.

• Two dimensional work only

• Must be ready to hang, with wire, no sawtooth

• Nothing more than 50 lbs

• Any theme or subject matter will be considered

• Any medium

Each exhibition is six or more weeks beginning on a Sunday. The work must be hung during the week prior and picked up promptly during the week following the show. Any work sold, generates a 20% commission to the church.

If you are interested in submitting work for consideration, please email images or furnish a link to a website to HorizonArt@HorizonUU.org