Artist Statement: My art style consistently uses bright colors, contrast, textures and energy, even as the subject matter changes. Over the years, as I have evolved as a person, so has my art.  For me, art is life – it is my purpose.  The process of putting paint to canvas, heals me.  It allows me to focus on the moment, to be present and use my pain as fuel.  As an artist with (invisible) disabilities, I believe art has the power to heal.  Lately, I have been focused on mixed media collages that are centered around bringing a childlike energy and flow to the artistic process.  They are smaller lighthearted pieces usually built on contrasting energy visually but also are imbued with positive manifestations. They are fun to create and experience as a viewer and hopefully bring abundance to their owner!  I hope you enjoy viewing my work as much as I enjoyed creating it!!