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Thank You, 2025 — You Were Exactly What I Needed
As the calendar turns, I find myself filled with gratitude for a year that stretched me, held me, and reminded me what truly matters. 2025 was a year of connection—across cities, studios, friendships, and communities. From travels through New Orleans, Miami, Hollywood, Myrtle Beach, Bethany Beach, and Atlanta, to unforgettable moments at Glen Echo and my solo exhibition at the Inova Schar Cancer Center, I was continually reminded that art is not just about what hangs on the w
Jan 21 min read


🎨 What I Know for Sure About Making Art
Making art will ask you to tell the truth. It will push you past what feels comfortable. It will ask you to show up, even when you’re not ready. And if you’re willing to stay in the discomfort, it will reflect you back to yourself.
Aug 6, 20252 min read


What’s Beneath the Surface? A New Art Release
These paintings carry stories about identity, hidden truths, and the evolving roles we play in our lives. They’re rich with organic texture, intuitive line work, and layered meaning.
Aug 3, 20251 min read


“Why Not Me?”—What One Question Taught Me About Courage, Mindset, and the Power of Art
This week tested me.
Between personal struggles and creative challenges, I found myself tangled in fear and self-doubt. It’s a vulnerable place—one that many artists (and humans) know all too well.
Jul 24, 20252 min read


The Radical Truth About Art, Healing, and Being Seen
We live in a world that encourages masks. Polished feeds. Perfect answers. But art? Art doesn’t care about your filters.
That’s the power and radical truth about art. That’s the power of story.
Jul 14, 20252 min read


A Truth You might need to Hear
What if your truth is a truth another person needs to hear or see?
Jul 13, 20251 min read


The Bare But Honest Truth about Creative Blocks
My Muse ghosted me harder than my metabolism after 40...
Jul 8, 20252 min read


The Joy of Art: Reflections After My Solo Show
I didn't vanish... just taking a breath to reflect, relax, and re-emerge to my next best self.
Jun 24, 20252 min read


When the Canvas Talks Back
Where my process is layered in conversation and healing lives in every mark.
Jun 16, 20251 min read


Something new is unfolding… Introducing my new Instagram Broadcast Channel, The Messy Middle!
I’ve launched a new space on Instagram called “The Messy Middle.” It’s a private broadcast channel where I’ll be sharing the...
Jun 14, 20251 min read


What My Painting Taught Me About Letting Go
In my recent video, I’m in front of one of my pivotal pieces— “Letting Go.” What started as just another painting session became a...
Jun 13, 20251 min read


The Magic of Beginnings: Prepping a New Series
There’s something electrifying about beginning a new series — the anticipation, the questions, the what ifs . Yesterday, I dove into four...
Jun 11, 20251 min read


When Art Tells Your Story: Two New Commissions That Lit Me Up
Yesterday, I had the joy of reconnecting with a dear friend and his fiancé, who had commissioned two deeply personal paintings from me...
Jun 9, 20251 min read


Why I Create: The Moment That Changed Everything
Last week, I said goodbye to 11 pieces of my Free 2 Be Me series as they headed to the Joan Hisaoka Gallery at the Inova Schar Cancer...
Jun 8, 20252 min read


You are invited!
✨ BIG NEWS is landing soon… and you’re invited to be part of it! ✉️💫 I’ve got a handful of exciting updates heading your way — from new...
Jun 3, 20251 min read


11 Paintings, One Truth: My Solo Show Opens June 9th...
Fun moment to remember!! Today, I sent 11 of my most personal pieces out into the world—each one a chapter of my story, a fragment of...
Jun 2, 20251 min read


Embarking on a Creative Journey Together: Your Insights Shape Our Artful Adventure
Today marks an exciting new chapter as I venture into the world of blogging! I am eager to share my thoughts, ideas, and inspirations...
Jun 1, 20253 min read
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