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In 2004, my life changed forever. I gave up the job I loved, teaching
art to elementary students, to pursue a dream I have always had, of being a professional artist. It also
seemed like the right time for this venture, due to the sudden onset of several chronic illnesses that left me unable to perform
the duties required of me, as a traveling Art Teacher. Throughout this journey I have learned not only to live with
my new level of health, but to thrive in the face of these multiple illnesses. I have learned to prioritize the
time that I am well, and find that I am still very capable of so many things. I began to look at this chapter in my
life not as an end, but a beginning, to create what I have always wanted.
With the support of my family and friends, I
have returned to my love of drawing, painting and bringing joy to others through my art and love of animals.
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I take great pride in creating a one of a kind portrait of your
beloved pet's unique personality. My own dogs, Mongo (the Basset Hound) and Mackintosh (the Chocolate Lab Mix), are
an inspiration for my work. I love to capture their every silly expression!
As a former Architect,
I learned to love space and proportions. In each work of art I create, I play with these concepts until a pleasing balance
is achieved. Each animal comes with their own set of proportions. Translated into the portrait, the finished art
achieves not only the correct balance in the subject, but also balance in the voids around them.
This can be seen
in the portrait of my dog Mongo below:
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| Proportions of the subject, and Balance of the surrounding void. |
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As a former Art Teacher I learned the importance of light
and shadow in a piece of art. I watched my student's faces light up every time they added the appropriate shadows
to their work, and transformed them from a two dimensional object to a three dimensional one! Also the
interest in a picture lies not only in what you can see, but also in what you can't.
This is shown in the portrait
of my dog Mackintosh below:
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| Light and Shadow, dimensional and mysterious |
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- To maintain the highest quality standards for my
art.
- To provide the best customer service possible.
- To allow myself to work at and create what I love, while respecting
the requirements to take care of my health needs, as well as being there for my family.
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My business was founded in 2006 when my family
and I decided it was the right time for me to return to nourishing my creative self. At the same time I decided
to share my art with others who have the same passion for their pets as I have. Response has been positive,
and immediate. I have, through the requests of friends and clients, expanded my business to incorporate my own
artwork into other mediums, such as greeting cards and home accessories. I hope to exceed your expectations, when
you allow me the privilage of immortalizing your beloved pets, and look forward to working closely with you to achieve that
goal.
Sincere thanks from myself, my loving husband and my two amazing daughters.
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