As a creative coach and artist based in rural New Mexico, I explore how belonging and creativity intersect through stories, workshops, and watercolor art. On this page, you’ll find my original exploration of life with dogs in the Southwest…cartoon style.

BEFORE COFFEEAnother project of mine is to sketch. This is an ongoing collection of those drawings. I wake up, make coffee and sit in bed with the sketch pad. I’m having fun and hope you enjoy these quirky characters inspired by those around me. And, yes, I live with two dogs and a cat called Stephen.The Comic Book: shop here! There are now two collections in print.I started by looking for images that made me smile, began to copy some styles, and carried on from there. I’m having fun. Enjoy!