H A P P Y N E W Y E A R! As saying SEE YA to 2019 and HI, HELLO to 2020, I reflected on all that happened in my first year of being a professional artist! My word for this past year was agency because I wanted to take ownership over how I spent my time. This meant saying “no” more and focusing on my relationships, my neighborhood and, of course, my art. In doing so, a lot happened!

I created this instagram account after a 3 year hiatus - thanks or following me along!
Had a solo exhibition for “Let Them Illuminate the Lands”
Received the Business of Art Scholarship from the @studiodoor where I got to participate in the little Italy ArtWalk @artwalksd
Took a self-appointed artist residency where I threw myself into the world of California native plants, biophilic urban design and creating habitat where I live
Exhibited at the La Jolla Art & Wine festival
Featured in the cbs8 news story of my story and art!

Through all of that I got to be at the receiving end of incredible support from all of you. In the midst of a packed year, I learned how to slow down, pay attention to the world around me and resist the hurried-and-hustling life. This artist’s journey is not easy but it sure is rewarding - every word of encouragement and purchase means the world to me!

My word for 2020 is focus. Focusing on the opportunities ahead and on the specific route I’m taking as an artist. Lots of fun shows, commissions and activities in store. I can’t wait to keep sharing them with all of you!