From Kansas City to Park City

Sometimes I joke that I'm not in Kansas anymore , but truthfully, even though I live in Park City I am also in KC a lot!

Growing up in Kansas City, I was surrounded by art in unexpected ways. The murals, galleries, and public sculptures scattered around the city gave me a deep appreciation for creativity that lives outside the traditional “art world.” KC has this raw, honest energy that’s unlike anywhere else. Artists there create for the sake of creation — not for trends or fame, but because it’s in their blood.

That foundation shaped how I approach my own work. Even though I now live in Park City, my heart still beats with that Midwestern drive and curiosity. In Park City, I’ve found a new kind of inspiration — the contrast between nature and modernity, between soft snow and bold color.

My art has evolved into what I’d describe as modern pop art — a blend of bright, emotional color, texture, and storytelling. I’m fascinated by the balance between nostalgia and modern life — how something playful can also carry emotional depth.

I create with both intention and spontaneity. Some days, it’s a bright pink background with playful texture; other days, it’s layered symbolism that explores themes of connection, femininity, and memory. My process is deeply intuitive — I let the piece guide me rather than overthinking where it should go.

What ties everything together is a desire to make art that feels alive — art that people can relate to, smile at, or feel seen by. I want to bring joy and familiarity into the world, to remind people that art can be both meaningful and fun.

Park City has been an incredible place to grow as an artist — the creative community here is small but vibrant, filled with people who support authenticity. Whether I’m showing in a local gallery or painting in my studio surrounded by mountains, I carry Kansas City with me.

At the end of the day, my goal is simple: to create pieces that connect — to place, to memory, to self. Because for me, art has never been about perfection