“Be still with yourself until the object of your intention affirms your presence." - Minor White
I live in Toronto, Canada and, although I reside in a huge metropolis, I am inspired by the vastness of the grand landscape of my homeland. Photography has allowed me the luxury of travel to many countries throughout the world, but, as I age, I realize that through my photography strong emotional connections can be made close to home.
I have no formal background in the photographic arts but have taken numerous workshops and courses and practise almost daily. I enjoy the post processing stage of photography which allows for additional creative self expression. For many years I was a Chinese brush painter and this art practice often informs my work as a photographer. I came to photography later in life and have come to appreciate its restorative power. It has taught me to try to be in the moment, to approach a subject with no expectations, and to trust my intuition.
I am inspired by artists whose work moves me. Photographers such as Freeman Patterson, Richard Martin, and Guy Tal never disappoint. My recent work, which uses the techniques of Intentional Camera Movement and Multiple Exposures, is greatly influenced by artists such as Valda Bailey and Doug Chinnery. The poems of Mary Oliver and John Donahue often motivate me in my creative journey.
Exhibitions and Awards
Jan.-Feb. 2020 - When I Walk Among the Trees - Solo Show - JCC Toronto, Ontario
Feb. 2020 - Etobicoke Senior Women - Group Show - project coordinator with Arts Etobicoke, Toronto, Ontario
Feb. 2021 - Photo Place Gallery - "Winter Solace" chosen for online gallery in The Poetry of the Ordinary
https://photoplacegallery.com/online-juried-shows/the-poetry-of-the-ordinary-2/gallery/online-gallery
Feb. 2022 - Silver Medal for "Homage to Magritte" - Canadian Association of Photographic Arts
June 2022 - participant in Etobicoke Artsfest
July 2022 - Photo Place Gallery - "Marsh at Dusk" chosen for permanent online gallery in "TREES"
https://photoplacegallery.com/online-juried-shows/trees-2/gallery/online-gallery
June 2023 - Artdoc Magazine - "Morning Light" chosen for online exhibit Enigma of Light
https://www.artdoc.photo/online-exhibition/enigma-of-life
July 2023 - Photo Place Gallery - "The Sweeper" chosen for juried exhibition - "Capturing the Light"