Jan is happiest when near the water and woods and has always been artisticly inclined towards capturing the unique ellements and spirits in nature. Equally interested in the arts and science, she earned a degree from the University of Massachusetts leading to a life long career as a licensed medical technologist. Jan and husband Curt found their way with family to the 1000 Islands in 1986, where they now reside in Clayton NY. A founding member of PAPTIR, Plein Air Artists Thousand Islands Region, Jan thrives painting "en plein air" oudoors among the 1000 Islands. She has received many awards in competitions throughout Upstate New York, and completes works in multiple mediums including oil, pastel, and watercolor.