In 2006, I had my first show at the Augen Gallery in Portland, Oregon (my first actual gallery shows were at the Marghitta Feldman Gallery 2003-2005) in Portland. I was 36, and was THRILLED to be in such a great gallery that championed my work. I worked my ass off, made art 6 days a week, and taught at the Art Institute of Portland, and my art was reviewed by Richard Speer in ArtNEWS Magazine! I had many shows afterward, sold a lot of art, connected with individuals and then it ran its course. I was grateful to have had the experience, but the gallery and I weren't a good fit for each other anymore (I was too interested in finding every way I could to make money from my art [read: reproductions|). It ended September 2020. Even thought I don't sell reproductions anymore like I used to, I learned to connect with individuals authentically and discuss how our past and childhoods affect who we are today. I know my mission. and how my art helps individuals. I know who I am and what I
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