Education/Workshops:
Hudgens Center for the Arts
Sculpture – Instructor: Greg Johnson
Pottery on the wheel - Instructors: Vicki Paulett, Arlene Cohen, and Pam Kohler-Camp
Hand building – Instructors: B.J. Barrett and Joan Macaluso
Firing techniques including raku – Instructor: Mike Garnes
Red Wall Studio
Firing techniques - Instructor: Christine Tholl
Georgia Piedmont Arts Center
PMC (Precious Metal Clay) – Instructor: Ellen Miles
Alabama Clay Conference

Work Experience:
Georgia Piedmont Arts Center, Winder, GA – adult wheel and handbuilding classes
2005-2006 co-owner of Sharp Studio, Walhalla, SC - adult wheel, handbuilding and sculpture classes as well as children’s classes
Clemson University/Life Long Learning program – handbuilding workshops
Blue Ridge Art Center, Seneca, SC - children’s and adult clay classes
Suwanee Elementary grades K-5 Gwinnett County, GA - children’s art
Exhibited in various juried art shows

Awards:
“Lonesome Cowboy” - Honorable Mention 2005 Blue Ridge Art Center juried art show in Seneca, SC.
“Gathering of Sisters” - Second place 2007 “Express Yourself” judged art show in Winder, GA.
“Security” - First Place 2007 “Harvest of Art” judged show in Winder, GA.
“Dignity” – Best of Show and Bartlette’s Choice Award 2008 “Harvest of Art” judged show in Winder, GA
Photographs of “The Gift” were featured in the 2009 Clay Lover’s Calendar and on the cover of the December 08/January 09 issue of The Country Register.
Georgia artist chosen to design awards for the 2009 Governor’s Tourism Conference. Titled “Lust for Life”, inspired by the delight that comes from traveling and appreciating the beauty of Georgia.

Memberships:

American Craft Council;  Potter’s Council;  NM Potters and Clay Artists