As a child growing up in northern Cali, I loved taking photos, drawing until my fingers were numb and writing stories. I dreamed of pursuing a creative career as a cartoonist or fiction writer but soon succumb to the tragedy that is adulting. Following the advice of high school counselors and other adults I stepped into the “real world” and left my creative callings behind.

It wasn’t until after my twelve-year marriage, subsequent divorce and moving to the PNW that I realized how truly uninspired I’d let myself become. The lack of creative pursuits in my day-to-day life was affecting me on a very profound level and bleeding over into other aspects of my life. I had to get my creativity back, I was miserable without it!

It was a scary time in my life, and I dove headfirst into the world of crafting. I began experimenting with everything that caught my attention, met other inspiring, creative women and began teaching my passions to others. This amazing opportunity helped me discover myself and opened my eyes to endless possibilities.

I gained confidence in myself and my skills. I began showing my work in galleries, selling art pieces and getting published in magazines while working full time; something I never would have dreamed of doing just a few years before and all at the age of 32.