I find that the process of painting is like many things in life. I am very excited in the beginning as the paint or new ideas flow. Next, I go into a messy phase. To me this is one of the longest parts of a painting. It’s a mess and things look off. It’s easy to give up here. But, if I keep pushing through this messy phase, I start to see the painting come together. Bits and pieces working together. Just like life. It seems like a mess sometimes, but when we back away a little (from the canvas or our life) we start to see how it’s working together in a beautiful way. Finally, I get to the end of the painting, where I add the little flourishes or a big bold paint streak. I see the whole picture. I see how the mistakes in the painting added important layers that are built up to the final piece. I see a painting that went through changes - I see myself and our lives as a work of art. Sometimes we are stuck in those messy phases, but we have to remember that the messy layers add to the final masterpiece.

Describe your art in three words.
Moody. Stormy. Reflective.

Describe yourself in one word.
Joyful

What do you love the most about creating art in your community? What particular part of your immediate environment, in your neighborhood specifically influences your work?
I love creating paintings that establish make a sense of home for people. I am heavily influenced by the natural world around me.

Describe your creative process. Are there any rituals or rites of passage you exercise before you begin a new piece?
I love starting with a big blank canvas and black paint. Those first bold strokes on a crisp white canvas carry the hope and great excitement of the piece to come. I love to see the high contrast as I work through the composition and start to develop form. Then, I add in my favorite colors to add richness and depth. I work through many layers while adding in hints of gold and silver. Finally, I add in small details to finish out the piece.

Where do you draw inspiration?
I draw inspiration from the beautiful world around us. I am inspired by clouds, the way light moves, living things, and the landscapes that I visit. Specifically, I love to paint the lowlands and coastal plains of southern Louisiana. I also enjoy painting birds and other animals to highlight their uniqueness and beauty. 

Who are your artistic influences or gurus?
I am very inspired by old paintings. I love the Dutch paintings, botanical lithographs, and animal portraits. 

In New Orleans, art and music go hand in hand. What type of music, band or song lyric best describes your work?
To me piano music creates a sense of calm and peace which is what I want my paintings to create as well. 

Where can we find you when you are not creating art?
I love to work on projects! You can find me busy working on my newest idea.

What is your favorite time of day/day of the week/month of the year?
My favorite time of day is early morning when the sun has just risen. I love to hear the birds wake up and the world shine with the start of a new day. 

What is something people don’t know about you? A fun fact.
I speak Portuguese! My husband was born and raised in Brazil. I love to paint to Brazilian landscapes that remind me of all the memories I have in Brazil and to share the beauty of it with others.

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