I’ve been a writer and poet since childhood, always drawn to stories, emotion, and the power of putting feelings into words. I fell in love with painting during a paint and sip hosted by my mother. A few months later, I bought my first paint set and canvas and did a horrible job, but that first attempt was the beginning of something important.

Through reading books on technique, watching YouTube videos, talking with other artists online, and learning from artist friends, I began to refine my skills and evolve as a painter. Over time, painting became more than something I enjoyed. It became a way to process life, express emotion, and tell stories in a visual form.

Painting has helped me through rough times, depression, anxiety, and seasons of high stress. It has made me a better storyteller, just as writing has deepened the way I paint. Some pieces have made me cry. Some have made me laugh. Some have made me stop and think.

My hope as an artist is that when people see my work, they feel seen, understood, and a little less alone.