A native of the California Bay Area, Teresa showed an interest in artistic and creative pursuits from an early age.
In 1984, Teresa graduated from California State University, Long Beach, with a Bachelors of Science in Business Administration, and subsequently enjoyed successful business careers in the corporate world.
In 1999, Teresa took her first art class, studying watercolor painting with Burlingame artist and teacher, Leona Moriarty. She instantly enjoyed the beautiful transparency of the colors and the challenge of the medium. Teresa’s realistic painting style is known for its softness, utilizing many layers of washes and glazes.
Teresa was recently juried and accepted to exhibit at The Main Gallery in Redwood City. Located in a charming historic Victorian cottage, this is an artists’ cooperative with some 22 members, showcasing the work of the best local talent in the Bay Area. She is currently a member of the California Watercolor Society, Society of Western Artists, Burlingame Art Society, Sequoia Art Group, and Filoli Art Committee. She has won numerous awards in local shows, including a Second place ribbon at the 2007 San Mateo County Fair. She has enjoyed solo exhibits at Peninsula Medical Center and Mission Hospice of San Mateo County. In addition, Teresa has participated in numerous group exhibits, including the invitational Filoli Garden Estate Bay Area Wildlife Exhibit, Society of Western Artists Annual Exhibition in San Francisco and California Watercolor Association. Her artwork resides in collections nationwide. She welcomes commissions for pet portraits, capturing each animal’s gentle spirit and soul.
Teresa, her husband, and their three rescued dogs reside in Belmont, California, where she enjoys her continued growth and journey as an artist. |
