Artist's StatementIn my art quilts, I try to combine my art training in painting, my love of fabric and the tradition of American quilting. I unconsciously combine the loose, free feeling of abstract painting with the time consuming and controlled techniques of sewing and beading.
I started making small bead and fabric collages in 1978. The first fabrics I used were painted canvas and my father’s neckties. The first large quilt I made was in 1985, and I have been completely obsessed with making art quilts since then --- quilts both large and small but always for the wall.
I have been fortunate to be a full time artist since 1980. Once I had more time to spend on my work, instead of making more quilts, I made quilts that took more time. I love doing labor intensive art work --- it is an odyssey. After working several months on a quilt, if I don’t think it is working then I must not cast it aside but “fix it”. I often do this by building up and adding more embellishments and paint rather than taking it apart. I do have patience and a vision --- which keep me going.
People often ask me where I get my ideas. For me, that is the easiest part. As most artists do, I love to observe people, nature, and the universe in general, and ponder. This can be a blessing and a curse, but I try to accept it as a blessing. | 
