As a little girl I loved drawing and painting. My art teacher recognized my talent when I was only 12 years old. A self-portrait I had made in pencil was named the best work in the entire school. In my art I express the gamut of human emotions through colors. My soul is reflected in every picture as are my strength, the love I feel for myself, and the belief that I am good just the way I am and that I don't have to change for other people.
Passion drives me to paint. I get up every morning with a smile, excited to face a blank canvas, knowing each piece will be unique in its own way. I love to experiment with colors, materials and techniques. I paint with my fingers, palette knives, bottle caps, and everything I can get my hands on. I love mixing acrylic paint with ink and watching what happens when I add alcohol. I also really enjoy using spray paint and adding texture through layering and modeling paste.
My palette is warm and bright; radiating energy and positive feelings. I also love pastel tones which create a gentler and more soothing atmosphere. Ultimately, I want people to immerse themselves in my work, let themselves go, and feel through their eyes.
