It’s the joy of creating and being able to share that joy with others that drives my passion to paint. God gave us all gifts to use and when we discover our gifts we find great satisfaction. I’m excited to be able to put together the gifts God gave me and to share with others both the joy and the pure fun of self-expression through art.  After retiring from teaching, painting became this grandmother’s passion. The love of art is best shared with others of like mind. I have gained much from belonging to local art groups in Wasaga Beach, and Collingwood. Now, in Hanover, I have found the Saugeen Artists’ Guild to be a great way to meet local artists and be involved in promoting visual arts in the area. It has been rewarding to be involved in library shows, outdoor art shows, and studio tours. My work can be seen at the Southampton Arts Centre in Southampton, Ontario.