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Artist's Statement

Following a thirty year career as a choreographer I am excited to be "dancing on paper." Each picture I do represents not only the subject but is an exploration in composition evaluated in terms of rhythm, dynamics, and line that draw on my background as a choreographer.

From the time I was a dance major at The Juilliard School, the visual arts have served as a major source of inspiration for my choreography. Composition classes with Louie Horst back in the early 60's introduced me to the importance of studying different art periods and using them for stimulation for dance studies. As I developed as a choreographer I found that I often discovered material for choreography from visits to museums.

At first I was quite surprised at how comfortable and at home I felt expressing myself in the visual arts. But soon I began to realize how the skills I had been practicing as a choreographer transfered to the visual arts. I also think, expressing myself on a two dimensional surface, runs a bit in my genes. My grandfather enjoyed painting, especially during the depression and exhibited in Pittsburgh, PA. My sister is an artist and my Mother is exhibiting and selling her watercolors in Sarasota, Florida after just a few years of study.

My husband and I like to travel and hike. While sightseeing and hiking we enjoy photographing. These photos serve as references for some of my art work. I am particularly grateful to my husband, Murray, for his technical assistance in photography.