There is truly something magical about being able to turn paint and a blank canvas into art all from one’s hand, heart and mind. Painting has over the years become a form of therapy for me. When I am knee deep in new work, I enter “the zone” or zen like meditative state where nothing else matters but the canvas in front of me. I love that feeling. I want to give that feeling to others. Even better is when you snap out of it, step back, and realize you have created something that makes you smile. My joy comes from this process. It also comes from all the different ways that one painting can impact those that view it. I hope to get an opportunity to use my artistic voice and reach those that would ordinarily not have access to creating art. Thank you for your consideration.