“My work combines realism and impressionism with an occasional abstract twist. I love using broad brush strokes and exaggerated color to capture the energy, movement, and expressions of my subjects.”
Denise's paintings reflect the domestic animals, wildlife, and natural imagery of the west. Essentially self-taught thus far, she has recently been studying under well-known contemporary artist Linda St. Clair and also takes every opportunity to observe other great artists in New Mexico like B.C. Nowlin and Ray Nordwall at demonstrations.
As a child she spent countless hours watching her father paint southwest landscapes. It sparked an interest that filled all electives in school with various art classes. However, her aptitude in science and parent's practical expectations of college lead her to several science degrees and a long rewarding career in laboratory medicine.
"Many years after my father passed away I came across an unfinished painting of his. Using his old oil paints I finally got up the nerve to complete the painting. I was horribly afraid of ruining the beautiful beginning of one of his last legacies. Little did I know I was beginning a new journey, following my early passion for painting.”
Denise resides and paints in Cedar Crest, NM with her husband and two dogs. She frequently travels to California to visit children and grandchildren, and spend time at the ocean and wine country.
Denise's paintings reflect the domestic animals, wildlife, and natural imagery of the west. Essentially self-taught thus far, she has recently been studying under well-known contemporary artist Linda St. Clair and also takes every opportunity to observe other great artists in New Mexico like B.C. Nowlin and Ray Nordwall at demonstrations.
As a child she spent countless hours watching her father paint southwest landscapes. It sparked an interest that filled all electives in school with various art classes. However, her aptitude in science and parent's practical expectations of college lead her to several science degrees and a long rewarding career in laboratory medicine.
"Many years after my father passed away I came across an unfinished painting of his. Using his old oil paints I finally got up the nerve to complete the painting. I was horribly afraid of ruining the beautiful beginning of one of his last legacies. Little did I know I was beginning a new journey, following my early passion for painting.”
Denise resides and paints in Cedar Crest, NM with her husband and two dogs. She frequently travels to California to visit children and grandchildren, and spend time at the ocean and wine country.