About Annie

I am a (mostly) self-taught watercolorist who has been painting since 1986, specializing in local landscapes. I enjoy painting on-scene (en plein air), and trying to capture the beauty of Bodega, West Sonoma County, Marin County and other North Bay Areas of northern California.

This interest has led me lately into a whole new and exciting world---that of Public Broadcasting! For the past few months, I have been creating a new series of videos called “THE WONDERS OF WATERCOLOR” for KRCB, Channel 22 in Rohnert Park, Calif. So far, my talented producer Seth Friesen and I have completed 5 short films called “interstitials”, designed to fit in between regular half-hour programs, and as donor support arrives, our next step is to complete a half-hour PILOT for the series. The goal is to create a 13 half-hour series for distribution to PBS stations across the nation, depending on underwriter/donor support.

Please visit my 'Annie on PBS' page for more information and to watch our 1st five short films. I think you might enjoy them!

My development as an artist has been enhanced by attendance at many workshops and classes, but I particularly enjoy trying to capture the “spark,” sensuality, or sweetness of a local scene I’ve encountered. Often when driving, an image will strike me and I can’t wait to get to my studio to express what interested and inspired me. When I can, I take a few reference photos, but seldom does the art even resemble the photo, especially in the color palette!

As a member of numerous North Bay art associations, I frequently show my work at member shows, local art galleries, and other interesting venues. At present, I am honored to have three one-person-shows, and shared shows in two galleries.

One of my goals is to make my art affordable, so I make notecards, matted reproductions, and small originals available as well as my larger framed pieces.

I have received a number of awards for my work, and have developed a following of collectors of my paintings. They tell me that my art makes them “feel happy,” and that they respond to the color, freshness, exuberance, and sometimes whimsy of the paintings. Since “I like any color as long as it’s purple!,” my affection for purples, maroons and mauves is reflected in my work.

I can be reached at (707) 876-3211 to discuss my paintings, to arrange a painting outing in the lovely local North Bay land and seascapes, or to talk about a commissioned work. You will also find me several days a month staffing the beautiful Artisans’ Co-op Gallery in Bodega, which features the wonderful art and craft of over 40 local artians! Check my 'Demos' page for exact dates, or call the Gallery at (707 876- 9830)