Influenced Early

The emotions that fuel my work are deeply rooted in my upbringing, and rural living was definitely the catalyst for my enduring fascination for nature. I’m still a student of nature; it’s capacity to be glorious and life giving, but also harsh and dispassionate.  These cumulative observations, discoveries, and experiences continue to inspire my imagery.  I’m forever grateful for parents who allowed me to get muddy, build forts, catch critters, find dead things, pick flowers, eat wild berries, and believe that the whole universe was just outside my door.
"The natural world has always been been my greatest inspiration.  It's a constant reminder to remain creative and to be on the lookout for new things to see and interpret through my work."

Discovery Through Images

For me, nature’s powerful, quiet voice, always generates an excitement for simplicity and wonder.  Childhood explorations through woods, streams and fields were an ongoing source of delight. Dappled sunlight through wisteria, sparkling water over rocks, and wind in the leaves continue to instruct me and shape my creative process today.  I’m always reconnecting with these emotions in my work; inviting viewers to reflect on their own magical moments.  I firmly believe that a childlike sense of awe doesn’t have to be fleeting, and fade with time.  It’s something we can choose to carry with us throughout our lives.
​Nature's voice is constantly speaking and urging me to acknowledge the beautiful majesty of the natural world.  My goal is always to listen and capture images that reflect that voice.”

Living Creatively

Jill has been creating art for over 40 years and earned her BFA in Painting and Drawing, and BA in Art Education from the University of West Georgia, and has worked in a variety of creative fields, including illustration, graphic design, mural painting, and stained glass.

​Jill is also a painting instructor, regularly hosting and leading classes and workshops for adults. She enjoys investing her skills into others while inspiring them to grow in their own creative gifts, regardless of where they are on their artistic journey.  Her work is available through the Gallery, Instagram, Facebook, private studio appointment, and exhibition events.  
"The creative process teaches me something new every single day."