"Prior to teaching at Randolph-Macon Woman's College I lived in New York City and participated in a very vibrant art world. It is this experience that is probably the greatest asset that I bring to the classroom. I have traveled in many parts of the world and even lived in Italy for a couple of years. This enabled me to experience firsthand many of the art treasures that different cultures have produced. The diversity within these treasures informed my belief that there are vast possibilities and approaches to making art. I see no conflict in my belief in modern art and my teaching from observation. I teach life drawing as well as realistic and abstract painting, always looking towards each student's particular sensibility."

Because students start at different levels and develop at their own speeds, teaching to the individual seems most beneficial. The small class size at R-MWC makes this possible. At the same time I feel we are part of a shared culture that is fortunate to be educated. That education includes art history, pop culture, and the means to express oneself in whatever medium, one is working. Although there is an informal atmosphere in my studio classes, there is also a structured philosophy in operation. I enjoy very much working with students and the students seem to enjoy the hard work that produces their accomplishments.