Artwork
In 2020, I reconnected 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 and therapeutic practice in my life.
My experience inspired me to offer online art classes that invite others 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, because I sculpt them by hand and need specific weather conditions.
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).
