I began quilting about 15 years ago with the sole intention of making a single quilt I saw in a book.  Having no sewing experience and desiring the improvisational aesthetic and freedom, I quickly deviated from the pattern.   I realized that it was the use of colours that attracted me rather than the pattern itself.

I never again tried to follow a quilt pattern but instead found myself most comfortable with the spontaneity of creating without preconceived ideas.  This process reduces my limitations and allows my creative juices to flow. 

Beginning early in my quilting journey I had the fortunate experience of attending several of Joe Cunningham quilt retreats.  Joe’s improv style spoke to me and has greatly influenced my work.

Social justice and local community issues have also strongly influenced my pieces.  The boldness of my art represents my voice on many issues.

I am a co-founder of the Victoria Modern Quilt Guild and enjoy doing trunk shows.  I have had quilts juried in the Festival of Quilts (UK), Quilt Con (US), Road to California, and successfully placing at Quilt Canada. 

As my quilts have evolved from a utilitarian purpose to art, I felt it important to expand my horizons from the quilt world to the art world.  I was elated to have two pieces juried in to the prestigious 2022 Sooke Fine Arts Sale and Show with one of them winning their highest award, the Award of Excellence.  I also have a quilt that was selected by Grand National Fibre Arts to travel across Canada from 2020 -2022 as part of their exhibition.