Teaching and Creative Connections

My teaching grows from the same curiosity and experimentation that guide my art. As an elementary visual arts teacher and adjunct faculty member at Antioch University New England, I work with children and educators to explore art as a way of noticing, asking questions, and making meaning.

My years in Maine helped shape the path I follow today. Through teaching artist work with nonprofit organizations and art and wellness retreats for educators, I created opportunities for people to explore, reflect, and connect through art. Working outdoors, in studios, and in community settings deepened my connection to nature and expanded my practice through bookmaking, printmaking, batik, painting, and other artistic disciplines.

These experiences continue to inform my approach to teaching and leadership. I value creating spaces where children and adults can experiment freely, find confidence in their ideas, and experience creativity as a source of learning, well-being, and connection. My work brings together arts integration, nature-based learning, and a belief that art is an essential part of education and community life.