PICK-A-PRINT
2019
Pop-Up Solo Exhibition at The Studio@620
The inspiration for this short-lived display was to share the sensation of being in the artist's studio while removing the traditional barriers of being in a gallery. It also addressed the topic of artwork as commodity
PICK-A-PRINT
2019
Pop-Up Solo Exhibition at The Studio@620
The inspiration for this short-lived display was to share the sensation of being in the artist's studio while removing the traditional barriers of being in a gallery. It also addressed the topic of artwork as comodotity.
PICK-A-PRINT
2019
When working on prints, the pages of wet ink are hung to dry much like laundry, on lines crossing my studio. Walking between the lines of pages is thrilling to me, so I translated that experience to a larger setting by criss-crossing the gallery with long lines filled with artwork.
PICK-A-PRINT
2019
Standing in a space surrounded by artwork is not something that many people get to experience. As an artist I love being in a studio filled with images and wanted people to feel that same excitement for themselves.
PICK-A-PRINT
2019
This unusual approach to displaying artworks gave viewers an opportunity to engage with the art in a new way. They were literally invited to "pick a print" and take their selected item for purchase directly off the line. This erased that feeling of separation one often has when seeing images in a gallery or museum.
PICK-A-PRINT
2019
Artwork was grouped by size, technique, and sales price instead of by subject matter or theme. This brought to the forefront the fact that artists are workers creating a product and need to be recognized and compensated for their efforts. What makes something art? What makes it valuable?
PICK-A-PRINT
2019
This exhibit could easily be scaled up or down in order to be replicated at any venue.
PICK-A-PRINT
2019
I always appreciate the flexibility of The Studio@620 and the opportunity to share my work in new ways with the community
ROOTWORKER
2017
Solo Exhibition
The body of work for this exhbition was connected through the use of symbolism and natural elements. Works were created by hand pressing carved blocks onto wooden panels in addition to more traditional methods of printing on paper. ROOTWORKER is a reflection on the study of origins. Themes evolved from a curiosity about my Germanic heritage, folk lore and folk beliefs, and the resulting spirit of intention that is found where these paths intersect. This exhibit was made possible in part by grants from the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance and PAVA
ROOTWORKER
2017
ROOTWORKER was exhibited at The Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Artworks included 2D linocuts and screen prints, 3D installation and hands-on interactive elements.
ROOTWORKER
2017
Intricately carved relief prints contained symbolic natural images such as oak leaves (strength and wisdom), acorns (health and good luck), and a German derived Hex Sign with a six pointed stas (six points stand for the six days of creation, and are also represent the six attributes of God: power, wisdom, majesty, love, mercy and justice).
STRENGTH
linocut on wooden panel
9" x 12"
ROOTWORKER
2017
Intricately carved relief prints contained symbolic natural images such as a snake (flexibility, transformation, creative life force), the full moon (enlightenment, eternity, inner knowledge), runes (life force, potential, a new beginning), candles (the four elements, the four directions, lighting one's way), and the Latin word POTENTIA (feminine power, potential)
POTENTIA
limited edition linocut on paper
14" x 30"
ROOTWORKER
2017
Due to the style and subject matter, work from this exhibition has a mystical old world feel to it. This piece, with hidden eyes in the fingers, symbolized the way in which the artist experiences the world through the hands-on work of creating art. Background symbols represent celestial bodies related to the date of the artist's birth.
THE ARTIST'S HAND
monoprint on wooden panel
14"x18"
ROOTWORKER
2017
Gallery visitors were invited to create their own charm for good luck using a simple root working technique in which a desire is written on paper that is then wrapped around a licorice root and bound with red string. After the intention has been absorbed into the root, it is then chewed or made into tea and consumed, aiding in the manifestation of this wish.
ROOTWORKER
2017
Even the largest images created for this exhibition were carved and printed by hand without a press in the artist's home studio.
SHADOW GALLERY
2016
Part of the CONTAIN IT event sponsored by the Dunedin Fine Art Center.
The Shadow Gallery is the second immersive installation experience I've created in a moving storage container. Guests were invited inside to see an art exhibit created by shadows
SHADOW GALLERY
2016
The installation consisted of several layers of large paper cut out shapes as well as symbols and patterns screen printed onto semi opaque sheeting which was then back lit to create the silhouetted shadow effects when viewed at night.
SHADOW GALLERY
2016
Several vignettes contained imagery that is frequently found in my work.
SHADOW GALLERY
2016
Several vignettes contained imagery that is frequently found in my work.
SHADOW GALLERY
2016
Several vignettes contained imagery that is frequently found in my work.
SHADOW GALLERY
2016
Guests found the atmosphere to be both whimsical and somewhat tinged with creepiness... a very carnival atmosphere but with a bit of an edge.
SHADOW GALLERY
2016
A selfie station encouraged visitors to commemorate their experience with a photograph.
SHADOWSPEAK
2015
Duo Exhibition with Polly Johnson
This exhibition grew from two artists who are equally influenced by symbology, text elements in visual art, the bold contrast of black and white, and the dreamlike wonderland of the subconscious
SHADOWSPEAK
2015
SHADOWSPEAK was exhibited at The Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Artworks included 2D and 3D pieces as well as installation elements.
SHADOWSPEAK
2015
Collaborative spaces in the exhibit meshed elements from both artists. Text as part of a visual image and repetition of images were frequent themes.
SHADOWSPEAK
2015
Polly Johnson's POLE SITTING DEAR (ceramic) and Coralette Damme's MOTHER (mixed media on wood) both reflect a shared reverence for nature and the impact of color on the viewer.
SHADOWSPEAK
2015
This piece draws upon Victorian symbolism of hands, with fingers crossed for good luck but also pointing towards heaven. The old fashioned lacy feel is in stark contrast with the harsh modern red text. Who is the winner and what exactly did they win? This is up to the viewer to decide.
YOU WIN
block print and color pencil on wood
9" x 12"
SHADOWSPEAK
2015
Keeping with the themes of the subconscious and hidden inner truths, this piece listed people and places of memory, lost to the past and faded by time, but not forgotten by the artist.
GHOSTS
block print, pencil and watercolor on wood
9" x 12"
SHADOWSPEAK
2015
LUCK
block print, color pencil, wax crayon on wood
12" x 9"
LOST IN THE WILDERNESS
2013
Solo Exhibition
Subject matter from this exhibition was derived from a variety of sources as the artist seeks the answers to questions we all have: Where do I belong? What is my purpose here? What do I value? Where am I going next
LOST IN THE WILDERNESS
2013
LOST IN THE WILDERNESS was exhibited at The Studio@620 in St. Petersburg, Florida. Artworks included 2D and 3D block prints and screen prints with installation elements.
Visitors were invited to walk a path lined by logs and luminaria while a soundtrack of natural sounds played as they contemplated their own paths in life and the directions they were heading.
LOST IN THE WILDERNESS
2013
Much of the imagery for this exhibition was inspired by the artist's love of being outdoors and the creatures and plants found there.
LOST IN THE WILDERNESS
2013
Folded hand printed art books were akin to maps one might use to find their way home.
LOST IN THE WILDERNESS
2013
Several experimental works on wood combined etched plexiglass fronts adding depth and layers to stylized and symbolic imagery. This untitled piece combines symbols for way-finding such as the moon and stars, the four directions and an all seeing eye held inside a bear paw.
LOST IN THE WILDERNESS
2013
Gallery over-view with lighted luminaria. Each bag had a symbol printed onto it designating another direction or meaningful path of thought.
LOST IN THE WILDERNESS
2013
Exhibition statement
FIRST NIGHT IN THE BLACK FOREST
2011
Part of the First Night Celebrations in St. Petersburg, FL
My first walk through immersive public art installation created in a portable moving storage container
FIRST NIGHT IN THE BLACK FOREST
2011
The installation focused on images inspired by Germany's Black Forest, Grimm Fairy Tales, and bears!
Elements included screen printed wall paper and hand drawn, free standing cut outs.
FIRST NIGHT IN THE BLACK FOREST
2011
As with most fairy tales, things started out nice enough, with friendly bears and blue lights and the word "WILLKOMMEN" written on stars overhead. But as you walked deeper into the forest the light changed to red and the bears got a little more sinister.
FIRST NIGHT IN THE BLACK FOREST
2011
Donors that supported the creation of the installation received a special, hand printed, limited edition original linocut featuring a black forest bear.
FIRST NIGHT IN THE BLACK FOREST
2011
First night is a family event and to add to the fun a volunteer dressed up as a bear lurked around handing out small packages of German gummi bears to make the scene less scary for little visitors.
FIRST NIGHT IN THE BLACK FOREST
2011
My goal to create an engaging, playful atmosphere to be enjoyed by big kids like myself was a huge success. Visitors got to walk through an original illustration that temporarily suspended reality, taking them to a wild imaginary place, and rekindling playfulness. What a great way to start a new year, right?
FIRST NIGHT IN THE BLACK FOREST
2011
First Night celebrations are held each year in Straub Park near the Vinoy Basin on St. Petersburg downtown waterfront area.
ABOUT ME
When I'm not making art I'm usually outside hiking, taking photos, and observing nature. OR I'm dancing around in my studio listening to music with my very intelligent tuxedo cats, Dexter and Purrzilla
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Exhibit History, Awards and More
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
Pick-A-Print, Studio@620 2019
Natural Elements, Art Lofts 2018
Rootworker, Studio@620 2017
Shadowspeak, Studio@620 2015
Skin Crawl Art Crawl, Strands of Sunshine 2014
Animal Magnetism, Articles Gallery 2014
Artist Spotlight, Empouria 2013
Lost in the Wilderness, Studio@620 2013
Think Big, Davidson Fine Art 2012
First Night in the Black Forest, 2011
Annual yART Sale, 2008-2020
GROUP SHOWS & FESTIVALS
Sounds Good, Mize Gallery 2020
St. Printersburg Printmaking Festival, 2019-2020 24 Hands Group Exhibition, SPC Seminole & The Studio@620 2019
Mini, Mize Gallery 2019
Creep, Mize Gallery 2019
We The People, American Stage 2018
Secret Identities, Outer Space Gallery, Winter Haven, FL 2018
Etch-a-Sketch, Dunedin Fine Art Center 2018
CraftArt Festival 2017-2018
Pulp Fiction, Dunedin Fine Art Center 2017
Dia de los Muertos: A Celebration of Life, Florida CraftArt Gallery 2017
Fruit Bowl, Mize Gallery 2017
Mixed Tape, Blue Lucy Gallery 2016
Spirit Animals, Blue Lucy Gallery 2016
Contain It, Dunedin Fine Art Center 2016
Hauntizaar, Studio@620 2016-2019
St Pete Zine Fest 2015-2018
Beauty and the Beasts, Dunedin Fine Art Center, 2015
Shifty Tricks, Blue Lucy Gallery 2015
Elements, Blue Lucy Gallery 2015
Spirits of Sanford, Jeanine Taylor Folk Gallery 2014-2015
Art on the Trail Festival, Travelers Rest SC 2014
Burg is the Word, Blue Lucy Gallery 2014
100Films, Blue Lucy Gallery 2014
,The Art of Women, Oleson Gallery 2014
Gifted, Dunedin Fine Art Center 2014
Game On, Blue Lucy Gallery 2013
Eat This, Blue Lucy Gallery 2013
Mixed Bag, Blue Lucy Gallery 2013
Dark Arts: Creep St. Pete Local, Station #3 2013
Whimsy, Metropolis Collective Mechanicsburg, PA 2013
Bazaart, American Visionary Arts Museum, Baltimore, MD 2013
Super Fresh Group Show, Clothesline Gallery 2012
Scratch The Surface, Blue Lucy Gallery 2012
Florida Museum for Women Artists 2011
Art on the Bay 2011
Canvas 5, Tampa 2010
The Cool Art Show, PAVA St. Petersburg, FL 2010-2017
The Juried Art Show, Studio@620 2009-2010
Historic Kenwood Art in the Park, St. Petersburg, FL 2009-2011
Art Arbor Festival 2008-2010
Atomic Holiday Bazaar, Sarasota FL 2008-2017
The Holizaar, Studio@620 2008-2019
AWARDS & COLLECTIONS
2019
Bank OZK Innovation Lab Commission, St. Petersburg, FL
Center For Health Equity Commission, St. Petersburg, FL
First Place 2D, Dade City Monarch Project Exhibit, Dade City, FL
Community Shares Art Program, Morean Arts Center, St. Petersburg, FL
2018
Collectors Circle, CraftArt Festival, St. Petersburg FL
Honorable Mention, Florida CraftArt Gallery “Dia de los Muertos” Exhibition
2017
St. Petersburg Arts Alliance Individual Artist Grant
PAVA Artist Grant
SHINE Festival Public Art Wrap Program
Featured Festival Artist, First Night St. Petersburg
2015
SHINE Festival Mini-Mural Art on the Pinellas Trail
2014
Best in Show, Art on the Trail Festival
2013
Safety Harbor Mullet Creek Nature Park Public Art Project
2011
People's Choice Award, Historic Kenwood Art in the Park
2009
All Children’s Hospital, St. Petersburg FL
1990
University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Sheldon Memorial Art Gallery, Coleman Award For Printmaking
EDUCATION
BFA University of Nebraska - Lincoln
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