Artwork
In 2020, I started reconnecting with art. I had previously been blocked by a voice in my head that said, "You're not a 'real' artist."
I am grateful I chose to move beyond that voice, because art has become a deeply healing practice in my life. My experience inspired me to offer online art classes that invite people to (re)connect with their creativity through playful exploration.
Chalk Art
I started writing inspiring chalk messages in 2020. I did it to create a little hope for myself and others. Eventually, it turned into me drawing chalk hearts along some of the streets near us. I love knowing that they bring joy to some of the people in our neighborhood.
Snow Hearts
When I can't draw chalk hearts during the winter, I sometimes make snow hearts. They take a bit more effort to create, because I sculpt them by hand and need specific weather conditions in order for the hearts to keep their form.
In 2022, some of my snow hearts were featured in Buffalo Rising and were also on WGRZ Channel 2 News on Valentine's Day (you can watch the clip HERE).
