Being creative has become a way of life for me.

In the early '80s, when I was living in Texas, I took my first class in stained glass from Kate Loomiller. I had dabbled in many other mediums, but it was then that I realized that glass and metal were my mediums.

Now I live in Colorado and to my surprise and delight I found Kate through our membership with Glass Artist Fellowship. In those early days of stained glass, Kate taught me how to modify lines to create graceful flows and use the glass itself to create shading. Her beautiful work can be seen at River Song Art Glass.

Another artist who has mentored me is Deb Steddom of Manitou Springs. Deb’s encouragement gave me the impetus to create my own designs, which are inspired by photographs of nature, taken by my husband, Dan. My mother-in-law, Mary, is another artist whose work in watercolor and other mediums is simply gorgeous. She has nurtured my artistic growth too and I appreciate her in many ways. Thank you Kate, Deb, Dan, and Mary.

In 2007, I ventured into the world of fused glass and was amazed by it. I truly delight in the wonderful surprises I find when I open the lid to my kiln. Working in the world of warm glass is just another avenue for me to create beautiful things with glass.

In June of 2009, I discovered Metalworking, thanks to my dear friend and mentor, Lexi Erickson. That journey has just begun and I can hardly wait to see where it will take me.

Working with glass and metal has opened unlimited opportunities for learning, exploring, and creating. It is my firm belief that life is filled with continual learning experiences and that must be embraced. I strive to do this in all areas of my existence.

I am blessed to share my life with my best friend and husband, Dan. He is my soul mate. We share our home with three, yes three, adorable basset hounds. Life with bassets is never dull and they are the most delightful companions and entertainers. We are members of the Basset Hound Club of America and find bassets to be a truly remarkable breed. There's nothing like a hound!

In addition to our artistic endeavors, Dan and I are software developers. In our free time, we love to ride our road and mountain bikes, ski, hike, and play with our bassets.

My website is dedicated to the memory of my parents, Ed & Lorraine Schramm. My mother, who encouraged me to pursue art at an early age, and my father, who had a natural talent for creating beautiful landscapes. I keep both of you in my heart; you are deeply missed and loved.