Art isn’t just about making something beautiful—it’s about self-expression, personal growth, and even healing. Every stroke on the page is a reminder that we can rewrite our own narratives. Even if you aren’t creating the artwork yourself, just being around it has such abundant benefits.

Those same skills are making their way back into my work in an entirely new way. While I’m not quite ready to share all the details just yet (I’m still in the very early stages!), I can say this: I’m having so much fun experimenting and creating.It all begins with an idea.

As I was sorting through an old cabinet, I stumbled upon a tin labeled Dixie Mix—a keepsake that once belonged to my father, filled with small treasures from my grandfather. Inside, I discovered a beautiful collection of vintage items:

In late February 2022, I began a daily sketchbook practice—simply putting marks on a page every day, letting creativity guide me. Through this process, I rediscovered my love for pen & ink and watercolor. I was drawn to the contrast: