Robert Frost wrote: "The woods are lovely, dark and deep." Whether I am walking through the cottonwood forest on our farm or paddling down the wooded reach of a river, these words best describe the inspiration I feel from wood. I choose this medium because it is more than just a color or a texture - wood is always moving and breathing - it is a vector for nature.
I discovered marquetry in a woodworking magazine in 1995 and bought a kit for my first project. I was hooked!
My marquetry is mainly comprised of exotic and domestic wood veneers, but may include stone, glass,

metal or fossils. Although I use marquetry techniques that have been in existence for centuries, I have adopted modern tools such as the scroll saw and scalpel to cut the veneers. My Excalibur scroll saw is fantastic for marquetry, very accurate and

easy to control. I have created a beginner's marquetry video, DVD and kit which is available through my web site. I have also written my first magazine article on marquetry which is soon to appear in Canadian Woodworking Magazine.
My husband and I raise free-range chicken, beef and hay. I also work part-time for the public health department.
We live near the river and love to canoe and kayak. My studio is at home on the farm so I am always near a source of inspiration.
We hold an exhibition the last Saturday of September each year, which is very well attended.�

medium comes from the land. It is my hope to overcome the past prejudices that have hindered� the acceptance of wood as a medium for fine art. Whether you are a rugged outdoor adventurer or never leave the city streets, I seek to stir in you a love of nature and beautiful woods.
I hope to create something in these marquetry pieces that will outlive me and instill these same passions in future artists.