Movement and flow are words that best describe the sculptures I create. A line often moves, with no seeming beginning or end, connecting one part to another. Sometimes it connects the subject to an element, such as the earth, the wind, or the sea. Sometimes it connects one person to another. Sometimes the movement is strong and straight, sometimes gentle and flowing. Living near the ocean all of my life, I have always drawn inspiration from my surroundings. This, combined with a great respect for the human form and its beauty, have been strong influences in my ever developing style. I also am inspired by the masters of figurative art, both painters and sculptors. I often use a classical pose as a starting point. When I work, I feel a connection with the clay -- it leads me where I want to go, even though in the beginning I don't know the final destination. If I listen well, the piece finds its direction.