Growing my Vision

I’m an artist based in Saint Charles, Minnesota, creating work at the intersection of art and environmental advocacy. My encaustic pieces - made with beeswax, damar resin, and native Minnesota plants—reflect cycles of growth, decay, and renewal. Inspired by daily connections to nature, I use natural materials to explore the balance between control and chaos. My work invites reflection on the beauty and fragility of the natural world, with preservation as a quiet but persistent message.

Building an area for native plants in my backyard.

Rooted in Art:
Protect What's Native

Saint Charles Public Library, Saint Charles, Minnesota

July 1 - 31, 2025
Family Night: July 22nd, 5:30-7:00 PM

Explore a captivating series of encaustic collages featuring Minnesota's native plants. Witness the essence of our natural environment at the Saint Charles Public Library and find out how you can support native habitats.

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.