In 1996, I made my first papercut for the book Apple . I have been cutting ever since. I now split my time between making a yearly calendar and making children's books. I become a full-time berry picker in the summer--that is, when I'm not watching birds, hanging out with moss, and swimming in the Salish Sea. I show my artwork at Land Gallery in Portland every November, as well as at shows internationally. I sometimes teach, and I am always trying to learn how to do everything better. I live in Olympia, Washington, under cedar trees along the eastern shore of the southern Salish Sea. I am in business with my husband, Jay T.

Scott, a fine woodworker. My son is also a frequent collaborator and instigator of adventure as well as inspiration for many books and images.