The landscapes and florals painted by Principe evoke emotional responses. Her florals capture a glowing light that illuminates exquisite details of the orchids and other flowers she paints. Her landscapes remind people of a destination or scene they love. Principe’s paintings are included in private and corporate collections. She has exhibited in art shows from Florida to California.
Since earning a degree in English education with a minor in art from the University of Wisconsin, Principe has honed her artistic talent though selected classes at workshops and art institutes. Her Juris Doctorate work and experience as an attorney in Chicago afford authenticity for her Galena Mystery series: Murder in Galena (2003), Murder on the Mississippi (2005), Murder at Galena Stables (2007), Murder at Galena Gallery (2009) and Murder at Galena Mansion (2010), Murder at Galena Café (2012), Mystery at Lake Galena (2014).