Expressions of Gratitude

This page is designed to acknowledge those who have touched my life and my art.

First, I give praise and love to God for the many blessings he brings to my life each and every day. May the fruits of my labor glorify you.  You have spoken, I have listened.

Deepest love to my husband, Steven, for providing the opportunity to live my dream with tremendous support and encouragement.  Thank you for the sacrifice,  for being my strongest ally, and for simply just being there!  It is beautiful to walk this path with you.

To Heather and Holly, you are two of the most wonderful people I know.  I am honored to have you in my life, I love you.

To my most recent blessings, and treasures: Esther, Alison, Ellen, Sean, Patti, Rosemary, Merle, Claude and the rest of the clan, you have all brought immeasurable meaning and joy to my life!

To our family and friends who offer a soft place to fall (you know who you are), thank you! You are loved and treasured. 

To Scottsdale Artists School,, Fechin Art Workshops at Donner Ranch, and the Art Student's League of Denver for offering only the best in education.

To the many artists who touched my work... my appreciation could never fully be expressed.  Thanks to Carolyn Anderson, John Asaro, Neil Boyle, Tom Browning, Scott Burdick, John Michael Carter, Nancy Chaboun, Mark Daily, Kim English, Joshua Fallik, Dan Gerhartz, Dan Goozee, Quang Ho, Lewis Barrett Lehrman, Robert Lemler, C.W. Mundy, Carol Orr, Richard Schmid (book & seminars), and Luis Tomas.

To the artists of the past who have brought great inspiration and instruction... Mary Cassatt, Edgar Degas,Thomas Wilmer Dewing, Nicolai Fechin, Berthe Morisot, Alphonse Mucha, Auguste Renoir, John Singer Sargent, Joaquin Sorolla, J.W. Waterhouse, Anders Zorn and many other artists.

Overwhelming gratitude and appreciation to my models... without you, I could never fully express myself.  Thanks to the late Katie J., the Cook's, the Hald's, the Pulley's, the Trujillo's, the Lyden's, Amy L., Danielle R., Devan (thank you Vicki), Erin O., Erin S., Eve E., Renee' G., and all others who blessed me with their presence and beauty. To the Colorado Ballet, thanks to Arthur, Sharon, Chauncey, staff, and all dancers for allowing me the opportunity to  explore one of my passions. You have all enriched my life.   

To the framers who add the 'finishing touch' to my work. Colorado Framesmith, McCarthy Frames, and Montgomery Frames.

To my web host Wyenet, for your professional staff and service.

With great affection to Sandy Parobek and Renee Rowe (from the former Merrill Johnson Gallery of Fine Art) for offering such an amazing experience to  an aspiring new artist!

Finally, to my representatives and collectors, I offer my heartfelt appreciation.  I am honored to receive your support and interest.  It truly is a privilege.