I am a Dutch-American artist living on Georgetown Island in midcoast Maine. I grew up in The Netherlands and studied at the Universiteit van Amsterdam. I moved to Maine 35 years ago with my husband where we raised our two daughters.

I have always been drawn to art, having experimented with different mediums through the years. Since the 1990’s I have painted with pastels and more recently have also started painting with acrylics and watercolors. I have studied under several well-known artists.

The fluid yet rugged landscapes of Maine inspire a lot of my art. I feel lucky to live in a place where public access to waterfront and nature preserves is valued. Many of my paintings are inspired by walks on the beach or through the saltwater marshes and woods in the state park nearby. I enjoy painting plein-air, weather permitting.

I am a member of the Centre Street Arts Gallery in Bath, Maine, where my paintings are on display yearlong. I am also a board member of the Pastel Society of Maine and a member of Sebascodegan Artists.