About the Artist

Debra was born in Okinawa, Japan, and has lived across the United States—including Colorado, Mississippi, Louisiana, Kansas, and Texas—experiences that have shaped her appreciation for diverse landscapes and cultures. She now resides in Montgomery, Texas.

Her professional background includes serving as Gallery Manager for The Madeley Fine Art Gallery, where she oversaw exhibitions, artist relations, and daily operations. She has also held multiple leadership roles within the Conroe Art League, including Treasurer, Vice President, and Secretary, working closely with the Board of Directors to support the organization’s growth and community outreach.

After a successful career in real estate and banking, Debra transitioned to oil painting, a medium that quickly became her passion. She is an active member of Oil Painters of America, the National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society, the International Guild of Realism, the Conroe Art League, the Lone Star Art Guild, and the Woodlands Art League. Her commitment to the arts extends beyond the studio—she was appointed to the City of Conroe Main Street Committee and participated in numerous community and arts initiatives.

Artist Statement “I have loved art since childhood and was always encouraged by my mother, an artist herself. My travels around the world have deeply influenced my work, and painting has become a meaningful way to document those experiences. Each piece is a challenging and rewarding journey—an opportunity to see people, places, and moments with renewed clarity and a fresh perspective.”

Galleries:

The Madeley Fine Art Gallery, Conroe, TX

Bennington Gold & Boullion & Fine Art, Lake Jackson, TX

Awards and Recognition:

Woodlands Waterway Art Festival, April 2026, Best of Show Judge

CAL International, March 2026 - Louisa, Olive Oil and Garlic, I’ve Got The Blues

CAL Fall Judged Show 2025 - Louisa, Quince and Blue Vases

Visual Arts Society, Bryan, Texas - Show Judge

Woodlands Waterway Art Festival, April 2025, Best of Show Judge

CAL International, March 2025 - Calvados

JC Award of Excellence, December 2024 - Sunset

JC Award of Excellence, October 2024 - Quince and Blue Vases

CAL Fall Judged Show 2024 - Best of Show - I've Got The Blues

NOAPS Spring On-line International Exhibition 2024 - A Day At The Met

JC Award of Excellence, April 2024 - Calvados

OPA National Exhibition 2024 – A Day At The Met

Pear Fincher Museum of Fine Art, Spring, TX – Featured Artist March 2024

CAL International 2024 – A Day At The Met

OPA Western Division 2023 – Vintage Gucci

CAL International 2023 – Pomegranate Party

CAL International 2022 – Never Look Back

JC Award of Excellence, September 2022 - On The Count Of Three

TWHSAT, Permanent Collection, 2022 – This Little Light of Mine

JC Award of Excellence, May 2022 – This Little Light of Mine

CAL Best of Show, Fall 2022 – This Little Light of Mine

JC Award of Excellence, January 2022 - California Poppies

CAL People’s Choice, May 2021 Award - Royal Selfie

CAL People’s Choice Award, October 2019 – Symphony In Blue

CAL International 2018- Finishing Touches

TWHSAT, Permanent Collection, 2018 – Ocean Dance

CAL Best Floral, 2018 – Symphony In Blue