Master’s in Art Education from Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor’s in Art Education from University of Wisconsin- Parkside

Art Teacher at Salem Grade School for the past 13 years

I believe that Art is for everyone and every student is an artist in their own way. I teach to encourage exploration, curiosity, and confidence through a wide range of art mediums. My classroom is a vibrant and welcoming space where experimentation is encouraged and artistic voice is celebrated. I am dedicated to nurturing skills, self-expression, critical thinking, and a lifelong appreciation for the visual arts. I love when students have those ‘lightbulb’ moments making connections and truly admiring something unique they created!

Outside of being an art teacher in the classroom, I am also an artist myself- my favorite medium is reduction printmaking on linoleum, followed by acrylic and watercolor painting. I absolutely love large-scale, collaborative, public artwork! I painted the mural on The Sharing Center in Trevor, WI. At my previous school, I also started a mural club and painted over seven different murals around the school. When not creating, my family keeps me the busiest! I have a two year old daughter, Olive, and eight year old son, Leo, and we love to spend time biking, camping, gardening, going to concerts, and going on adventures!