My work is inspired by nature’s ability to speak to the soul, extending all that is good, true and beautiful to our hearts. References for my paintings are taken primarily from my own photography which gives me the opportunity to appreciate and reflect on the innate creativity and beauty that is found in nature. Through my art I create space to pause and experience the conversation between nature and soul, witnessing its ability to heal, inspire and transform. 

Using pyrography and watercolor, I create paintings that explore this conversation and seek the love, wisdom and order that is found in nature. Each element that is used in my artistic process is very intentional. Wood is used as a canvas for my paintings to bring an element of growth and natural beauty. The wood grain adds movement to each piece as the eye explores the various aspects of the work almost like a roadmap leading the way. For my underpaintings, I use burning to map out the composition while causing destruction in order to make way for renewal and creation. Watercolor fills these voids providing a sense of renewal and clarity as it covers the canvas, allowing for the story to peek through. It adds an element of transparency that gives space to experience the conversation between wood, burns and pigments much like the conversation between nature and our soul.

With each season in life, I am finding myself in need of transformation and healing, longing for love and truth to settle my heart. I have felt this deeply as I continue to evolve in my sense of self as a wife, mother and artist. The world has thrown many challenges into my life in ways I would have never expected. They had left me spiraling and uncertain, lacking trust and balance. I finally found peace in my soul when I took time to reflect on the truth that is found in nature and be present in the moment. As I faced new challenges, I found myself returning to nature to find refuge in witnessing the undeniable beauty and finding peace in that connection to the spirit. As a result, I have seen a transformation in my inner self that continues to evolve each day. 

I invite viewers to experience this connection with me as I explore the intricate beauty that has been created around us. I invite them to discover the moments of light that emerge from the ashes of our past when we are healed and renewed, much like nature's ability to remain balanced through changing seasons giving space for loss and life.