I have been creating art of one form or another since I was old enough to hold something that would make a mark. I also write poetry and play guitar, piano, and vocals. Occasionally I do carving and sculpting as well. My other passions include hiking and the outdoors, seeing new places, finding beauty in the day, working with animals and wildlife, collecting art, and learning new things. I'm very eclectic and see art as my outlet for all aspects of life- good, bad, for a purpose, and as expression.