Short Bio

Christian artist and licensed art therapist based in Ohio, blending creativity with healing to inspire and transform through art.

Statement

As a Christian artist and licensed art therapist, my work expresses personal faith and a deep commitment to healing through creativity. Rooted in the belief that art has the power to transform and uplift, I approach each painting as both a spiritual practice and a therapeutic journey. My paintings, inspired by nature's beauty and sacredness, reflect the divine presence I see in the world around me. From the intricate patterns of leaves to the majestic stillness of a mountain landscape, I believe nature mirrors God's infinite creativity, offering solace and inspiration.

In my acrylics, I explore the interplay of light, color, and texture to convey the outward beauty of the natural world and its more profound, spiritual significance. Each brushstroke is a prayer, each color a form of praise, and each painting a message of hope. Through my art, I seek to communicate the sense of peace and awe I experience in nature, inviting others to pause and reflect on the divine presence that surrounds us daily.

As an art therapist, I see firsthand how creative expression can unlock healing and provide a pathway for self-discovery. I am passionate about helping others use art to express their own emotions, thoughts, and struggles in a safe and supportive environment. Whether through my work or in my therapeutic practice, I believe that art can be a tool for healing—offering a way to process grief, find joy, and connect more deeply with oneself and God.

My paintings invite us to find solace in nature and see the world through faith. They remind us that, just as the Creator has infused beauty and meaning into the natural world, He also imbues our lives with purpose and grace. Through my art, I hope to share this message: God is present in every moment, and His love is in the beauty we encounter—both within ourselves and the world around us.

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Art Exhibitions

December 2024 Mindful: The Art of Gratitude in Columbus, Ohio

November 2024 Union Square Art Show in Dresden, Ohio

October 2024 Coburn Gallery at Ashland University in Ashland, Ohio

August 2024 Muskingum County Fair Board & BunkoJess Gallery in Zanesville, Ohio

Spring 2017 Art Therapy Graduate Student Show at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana

Community Art Workshops

February 2024 Altered Book Making at Dawes Arboretum in Newark, Ohio

May 2023 Watercolor Cards at Dawes Arboretum in Newark, Ohio

Education

2018 Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Master of Arts in Art Therapy

1999 University of Miami, Bachelor of Fine Arts

1994 School of Visual Arts (Savannah), Foundations