I am an artist and community advocate residing in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California. My art practice centers on portraiture and landscape work, drawing inspiration from diverse individuals and the awe-inspiring nature around me. I work primarily in watercolor, pen, and graphite. In portraits, I blend realism with surreal elements to tell deeper stories. My landscapes use bold colors and whimsical details to convey a spiritual connection to the land. At its core, my work aims to inspire reverence for the human self and the natural world, focusing on the quiet strength of perseverance and the energy of untamed places. I am currently expanding my mixed-media practice to explore themes of identity, transformation, and nature's sacredness.