About

It has been my good fortune to spend three decades in a profession that felt more like play than work. My goal as a classroom teacher was to create an environment that opened students’ eyes to all forms of beauty in their world, engage them in creative thinking processes, and inspire the confidence necessary to fully express their ideas. 

Now retired, I continue to share my love of all things beautiful with aspiring artists of all ages. My home studio in south Auburn, CA is nestled in a peaceful setting, overlooking oak groves with access to walking trails, streams, and picnic areas. I invite students young and young at heart to explore their creativity, use their imaginations, build confidence, and have FUN!

Experience

1994- 2022 Art Teacher, Rocklin High School (retired) 

– Art 1, 2, 3, Advanced Placement Studio Art (Drawing and Painting emphasis)
– Visual and Performing Arts Department Chair (25 years)
– Beginning Teacher Mentor (15 years)
– Kids Summer Art Camp director, grades 4-8 (8 years)
– California Teacher Preparation Assessment Content Expert Panel, Test Development Panel, Scorer (15 years) 

1988 – 1994 Art Teacher, Carlsbad High School 

-Art 1, 2 (Drawing and Painting Emphasis)
-Director, annual K-12 Fine Arts Festival 

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS:

-2003 National Board Certification, Early Adolescent through Young Adult, Art
-1986 National University, San Diego, Single Subject Teaching Credential, Art
-1984 San Diego State University, Bachelor of Arts Degree, Art

RECOGNITIONS:

2016 – Placer County “Teacher Who Makes a Difference” Award
2005 – California League of High Schools “Teacher of the Year” Award
2004 – Placer County “Teacher Who Makes a Difference” Award
2001 – California Art Education Association “Exemplary Art Program” Award 
1998 – Placer County “Teacher Who Makes a Difference” Award
1996 – Placer County “Teacher Who Makes a Difference” Award
1996 – Rocklin High School “Teacher of the Year.”