In the spring of 2020, my creative journey began. I had recently moved across the country from California to Tampa, Florida when the onset of Covid-19 brought everything to a standstill. With no job, few connections, and ample free time, I embraced this unexpected pause to reassess my life. It seemed fate had a hand in my newfound path.

 

During my initial days in Florida, I crossed paths with Seth Benzel, an artist based in Ocala. His passion for abstract art ignited a spark, prompting me to pick up a paintbrush and explore my creativity. Art became my sanctuary. Starting with acrylics on canvas, I soon began embellishing my paintings with abstract threadwork. This led me to start experimenting with painting on fabric with watercolors, and more playing with thread. Over time I moved this practice to paper and completely fell in love with the result.

 

After winning a “Best in Show” ribbon the first time I entered my art in a gallery show I was so thrilled with how people reacted to my art that I decided to pursue it more seriously. I leased a studio at 8th Ave Gallery in November 2022 and the next year of exploration and self-discovery would pave the way for my acceptance into the Magnolia Art Xchange in September 2023 as an Artist in Residence. In October 2023 I participated in the Ocala Arts Festival where I was awarded my second “Best in Show” ribbon in the Emerging Artist category. In April 2024, I became an official gallery represented artist by NOMA Gallery where my larger works, and abstract paper weaves are now available.In June 2024 I had my first solo exhibition, and I am looking forward to a full line-up of exhibitions in 2025.

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It’s been an incredible journey ~ I can’t wait to see what the future holds!