Bio: I was born in Hamburg, Germany, and graduated with Master’s Degree in Fine Arts and Education from the University of Hamburg. Since 1994, I have participated in the San Francisco Open Studios, and my artwork has been selected for various art shows. In 2010, I completed a decade of service as a board member of ArtSpan, producer of San Francisco Open Studios, and chairman of the Open Studio Committee, a forum for artists organizing the citywide event. I am still an active member of the Art for City Youth Program, where we organize art literacy programs, art workshops, museum tours, and other activities intended to connect underserved youth with the local art community, and I also take part in Open Studios.

I have been working as an Art Director at the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco Tenderloin Clubhouse for 25 years.

In 2003, I was honored to receive the Annual Childcare Provider Award of California from State Senator Jackie Speier for my dedication to mentoring and inspiring children in the Tenderloin area through art. Additionally, in 2016 and 2018, I was honored to receive the Hidden Gem of the Tenderloin Award from the Wildflowers Institute.

ArtSeed Statement: “Cutting paper has always been my passion. All my works are handmade originals. Over three decades ago, I started creating little bookmarks. Utilizing cuticle scissors and an X-acto knife like a pencil, I draw within the paper, creating artwork inspired by mythological themes, multi-cultural stories of folk tradition, and our reliance on nature. Lately, single-layer paper cuttings have developed into multi-layered colorful mixed-media collages.

As an artist, I strive to create unique pieces that are both visually stunning and emotionally evocative. Each of my creations is a reflection of my passion for paper cutting and my dedication to the craft. I take inspiration from a variety of sources, including nature, culture, and mythology, to create layered collages that are both beautiful and meaningful.“