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was born in Syracuse, New York. The first painting I remember
making was of a Hawaiian lady swimming the backstroke under
a palm tree. Since then, making pictures and telling stories
have been my favorite activity.
I studied
Illustration at Massachusetts College of Art in Boston, Massachusetts,
where I earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. I studied for a Master of
Fine Arts degree at Syracuse University. I settled in Boston,
after completing my degree, where I taught at Massachusetts
College of Art and illustrated for a variety of clients.
Since
1993 I have illustrated a number of picture and chapter books
for children and young adults. In 1995 I moved to Glasgow,
Scotland, where I continue to work from my studio at the WASPS
Factory. In addition to illustrating, I exhibit my paintings
in galleries and travel as much as possible to absorb inspirations
for new work. Trips to India, Bali, Mexico, Spain and Ireland
have all brought new ideas and imagery.
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