Artist Statement
The focus of my work is to connect with the natural world that surrounds me in a whimsical and imaginative manner. Each piece has been inspired by a small interaction within a larger context. From the creatures I suit for this realm to the doors and dwellings I design and construct, each one encourages the beholder find the magic behind the reality.
The formal training I received in mathematics emboldens me to apply a natural problem solving ability, face challenges, and continue to grow with my art. Remaining open to different mediums allows the magic to find the life it was always meant for in this realm.
Education
Certificate of the New Evangelization
2025
St. Bernard’s School of Theology & Ministry
Virtual
Rochester, NY
Sculpting Workshops with Hawthorn Smith
2020-2022
Virtual
International
Artist Accelerator Program, Artist in Residence
2018-2019
The Arts Center
Corvallis, OR
Secondary Education, MA
English as a Second Language Endorsement
2012
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Mathematics Education, BS
2007
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Workshops, Classes, & Experiences
Felting a Character (13-18 yrs)
Summer 2025
Summer Arts Adventures
The Arts Center
Corvallis, OR
Lucky Little Elephant (Adults)
Fall 2023
Art for the Heart Gala
The Arts Center
Corvallis, OR
Summer 2021
Arts Alive
The Arts Center
Virtual/Corvallis, OR
Make Your Own Faux-ever Plant Kit/Video
Summer 2020
Arts Alive
The Arts Center
Virtual/Corvallis, OR
Look for the Gnooks
Summer 2020
Arts Alive
The Arts Center
Corvallis, OR
Galleries and Exhibits
Howland Community Open
Winter 2025
Anselm's Retreat
The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
8x8 Gallery & Art for the Heart Fundraiser
Fall 2023
Book Gnook and Painting
The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
Evolution of Practice
Spring 2023
Gnooks, Wanderers, and Dragons
Footwise Window, Corvallis, OR
8x8 Gallery & Art for the Heart Fundraiser
Fall 2022
Book Gnook and Painting
The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
Howland Community Open
February 2022
OOAK Wanderer
The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
8x8 Gallery & Art for the Heart Fundraiser
Fall 2021
Wool Sculpture
The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
Home Sweet Home
Winter 2020
Mixed Media
The Arts Center
De Colores Exhibit
Winter 2020
Photography
Emerald Art Center, Springfield, OR
8x8 Gallery & Art for the Heart Fundraiser
Fall 2020
Mixed Media
The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
Howland Community Open
Winter/Spring 2020
Mixed Media
The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
8x8 Gallery & Art for the Heart Fundraiser
September-October 2019
Mixed Media
The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
Howland Community Open
February 2019
Ceramics
The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
AAP Artists in Residence
January 2019
Ceramics
The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
TOYS Show
December 2018
Polymer, Mixed Media
The Arts Center, Corvallis, OR
Publications
Advent Zine Tutorial
December 2020
St. Mary, Corvallis, OR
MOM Magazine
2019
June/July Issue
You Rock! Tutorial
The Art of Being an Artist
2019
The Arts Center Exhibit Catalog
Awards
Best of Other
2025
Corvallis Fall Festival
Corvallis, OR
Festivals and Forums
Corvallis Fall Festival
September 2025
Corvallis, OR
Scandinavian Festival
August 2022
Junction City, OR
Holiday Market
December 2021
Tried & True Coffee Co.
Corvallis, OR
National Alpaca Farm Days
September 2021
Alpacas at Marquam Hill Ranch
Marquam, OR
Arts Alive
August 2021
Needle Felt Tutorial: Little Llama
Arts Alive
August 2020
Virtual Platform
Needle Felt Tutorial: Faux-Ever Plant
Look for the Gnooks, Scavenger Hunt
Live Chat with Participants, Artists, & Mediator
Arts Alive
August 2019
Engaged visitors to create Gnook-Alikes from recycled materials and homemade puff paint
Discussed process of creating works as an emerging artist
Lunch Box Art Talk: Artist Accelerator Program
January 2019
Answered questions from curator and community members about AAP experience
Lunch Box Art Talk: TOYS Show
December 2018
Answered questions from curator and community members about Gnooks
Arts Involvement
Volunteer
June 2025 - Present
The Arts Center
Board of Directors
May 2019 - June 2025
Member, Past Vice President
The Arts Center
Chair
8x8 Gallery Fundraiser
2019 - 2023
The Arts Center
Volunteer
Art Making @Home
Sumer 2020
The Arts Center
Volunteer
Summer 2019
Summer Camp, Fairies & Dragons Ceramics
The Arts Center
Volunteer
Spring 2019
Oregon Veteran's Home, Lebanon, OR
The Arts Center & Mobile Clay Lessons
Business Partnerships
Burlap and Lace
2020 - 2024
Corvallis, OR
Shayla Lynn Jewelry and Gifts
2019 - 2022
Silverton, OR
