Make ART not War

I am a self-taught artist whose creative abilities have been nurtured since childhood, thanks to the unwavering support of my parents and family. My early connection to the outdoors and a fascination with the stars left an undeniable mark on my artistic expression, shaping much of the inspiration you see in my work today.

During middle school, my artistic ability was finally recognized when my work earned a spot in the Birmingham Museum of Art's youth exhibit, a milestone that kept art as a constant in my life. This encouragement fueled my passion, and in high school, several of my pieces were even showcased at Huntsville, Alabama’s Panoply Arts Festival. It was in experiences like these, that helped reaffirm my connection to creativity, showing me that art was always meant to be part of my journey.

For many years, as hard as it may be to believe, sharing my creations beyond the safety of home and with friends, felt unimaginable. Like so many others, I wrestled with the fear of judgment, the worry of not being "good enough," and the pressure of fitting into boxes that never quite seem to fit. Excuses stacked like walls around my art and myself, keeping it all hidden from public view. If I hadn’t found the courage to overcome that fear, this website—and this chapter of my life—might not exist.

There was even a time when my artistic journey came to an abrupt stop. Life’s demands often make us feel we have to grow up all at once, leaving pieces of ourselves behind. But I’ve learned that we can return to those pieces, to our "Neverland," if we’re willing to choose and embrace them once again.

After what felt like an eternity, I found my way back to art. It was like reconnecting with a long-lost friend. That spark soon ignited into a wildfire of passion. Over the course of a decade, I immersed myself in the world of art—setting up booths at local markets, live painting at local shows, traveling across the country, and sharing spaces with brilliant artists beside massive stages at music festivals. Each experience allowed me to rediscover myself and the profound joy that comes from creating and sharing my authentic self with others.

Today, I am deeply humbled and incredibly grateful to know that my art has found its way into private collections, gracing homes and businesses across the United States—and even reaching a few corners of the world beyond our borders. In all the ways I create, each photograph and piece of art highlights the power of staying true to who we are and expressing it boldly.