This piece was created to bring me to my happy place, to paint myself into a positive mindset. Instead of expressing the sadness I was feeling I intentionally decided to use this process as a way to uplift myself. So I started with the sun to soothe myself into the warmth, I picked a colour palette that felt welcoming, and I danced my brushes around playfully to evoke the joy of sunshine. After completing the piece I realized the inspiration came from the way the sun dances on open bodies of water, it provides little hints of light throughout the waves and makes me feel at peace watching the magic of nature. My process worked and left me feeling more at peace in my own body, a reminder that we can choose our mindsets and we can move through our emotions to find the light.

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Width - 13.4" , Depth - 2.4", Height - 13.4"

This painting was created with such ease and flow. I was overflowing with thoughts and ideas that I communicated with colour blocked sections and a coordinated flow. It represents being full of ideas and the process that happens when sorting through and organizing them into projects. It feels full and still open at the same time, it is hopeful and exciting. I made this after taking a bit of a studio break, so it was amazing to actually feel creatively inspired again and to be able to translate that into this painting.

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Width - 13.4" , Depth - 2.4", Height - 13.4"

This painting tells a story of my own growth about opening up, accepting the past and flying towards the sun. It represents the feeling of joyful accomplishment and a surrender of control. It feels like receiving a 'good morning sunshine' at the start of a new day, it feels like a breath of fresh ocean air and being reminded of the endless possibilities at play. As a vivid lover of color I typically fill my canvas and rarely leave sections of plain white negative space. In this piece I was experimenting with opening up, leaving some white space to breathe and it truly helps to show the message of growth and renewal. It has inspired me to continue in this new direction on future works. Painting this piece reminded me of the magic and mystery of life.

Acrylic on Wood

24” x 18”

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Signed and dated on the back

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This piece reminded me to have more faith, to be in the moment and not worry so much about where everything is going to land or end up. To focus less on the destination and more on the journey. Things will fall into place beautifully if you give them the chance too, instead of trying to control the outcome. Trust in your good intentions and breathe into the present moment.

Acrylic on Wood

24” x 18”

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Signed and dated on the back

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This is about being open and actively listening to your own inner voice, your own inner knowing. Find the ways that you communicate to yourself, clear away the distractions and focus on yourself. I am ready to hear what I know I need to hear; I am listening.

Acrylic on Wood

20” x 16”

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This painting is an abstract representation of my fullness, of a moment in time when I was fully feeling authentically me. I originally had a different plan for this painting but once I started, I knew I needed to surrender to my intuition. I loved every minute of creating this painting, it flowed out of me and I was able to express how I see the beautiful intersection of confidence and softness. When I look at the painting now, I am reminded of the power we all possess to be authentically ourselves.

Acrylic on Wood

30” x 40”

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This piece was created in January of 2022 at a time when I was actively working toward being more positive and improving my mental health. I found such joy in painting this large painting every day while listening to cooking videos on the internet. It was comforting to go slow on the canvas with textured paint on a palette knife while listening to someone else create with completely different materials. Painting this piece brought happiness to me at a time when I really needed it and through creating it, I felt more myself.

Acrylic on Wood

30” x 40”

Includes signed certificate of authenticity

Signed and dated on the back

Equipped with gallery wire on the back for easy installation

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This piece was created in a time when I was feeling very creative and inspired while also processing some hard truths. The brushstrokes show the process of an emotional release intertwined with owning my strength. Creating this piece reminded me that I can find beauty in the parts of me that others might not be able to accept. That I can accept the reality of disappointment but not let it consume me, I can let go of things I cannot control, and in doing so I set myself free. This piece was liberating to paint and each time I look at it I smile knowing the power and beauty that radical acceptance can bring to your life.

Acrylic on Wood

30” x 36”

Includes signed certificate of authenticity

Signed and dated on the back

Equipped with gallery wire on the back for easy installation

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