Artist Life

Twenty years ago, I embarked on my career as a make-up artist, often collaborating on free work projects to build my portfolio. One such collaboration in 2005 brought me together with Nastassia, a semi-professional model, and a novice photographer. We were all in our mid-twenties, full of ambition and dreams, creating beautiful work together. Little did we know that our paths, though diverging, would cross again in the most inspiring ways. Nastassia and I lost touch after those initial photoshoots. We only knew each other through our shared collaborations with photographers. Life took us in different directions. Some [...]

I wanted to take a moment to share a bit about my artistic journey and the incredible support I've received along the way. Art has always been my passion, and capturing the essence of modern muses through my portraits has been a dream come true. From the early days, I’ve poured my heart into every piece, striving for excellence and perfection in every brushstroke. My goal has always been to create art that resonates deeply, evoking beauty, confidence, and elegance. I am deeply honored that my work has found its way into the homes of art lovers around [...]

Life has a way of throwing curveballs at us, often leaving us feeling stuck, uninspired, and unfulfilled. Whether it's the monotony of a job we despise, the loneliness amplified by endless scrolling through social media, or the overwhelming sense of not living our true purpose, these feelings are all too common. The pandemic brought many of these emotions to the surface for countless individuals, but for some, these dark clouds of sadness, anxiety, and hopelessness lingered far longer. I know this struggle intimately. As a single mother raising two children, I left behind a thriving business that I [...]

Hello dear reader, Have you ever taken a moment to sit down and truly reflect on your life? To think about the good times, the bad times, the mistakes you’ve made, or even just what you did yesterday? For many of us, this kind of reflection can be incredibly painful. There’s so much trauma, heartache, suffering, and financial worry that it can feel overwhelming. Instead of facing this pain, we often choose to mask it with distractions. We scroll endlessly on Instagram or TikTok, longing for lives as perfect as the ones we see. We binge-watch Netflix or [...]

Hello dear readers, One of the most common questions many of us ponder is, "What activities bring me the most joy and fulfillment in life?" This question delves into the core of our happiness and satisfaction, but finding the answer can be challenging amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life, societal expectations, or simply because we haven't had the opportunity to explore different experiences. We often get caught up in our routines and responsibilities, making time for activities that genuinely make us happy feel like a luxury rather than a necessity. There's also the challenge of distinguishing [...]

Need to Heal Your Inner Child? Try Painting Hello everyone, and welcome (back) to my blog! On this blog page, I share content focused on art, beauty, and my experiences as a full-time artist and single mom. Life can be overwhelming, and I’ve had my fair share of dark days. However, I've found solace and healing through painting, and I’m here to share how it can help you, too. The Human Experience We all experience a wide range of emotions, especially negative ones. Our brains are hard-wired to survive, which often means we hold onto negative experiences to [...]

How Beauty Standards Have Evolved Throughout History How have beauty standards evolved throughout history? Did Cleopatra really bathe in milk? Was it necessary for women of the Renaissance Era to use leeches on their faces? And why were shorter haircuts the norm during the Roaring Twenties? Find out the answers to these questions and more in today’s exploration of the evolution of beauty standards! Hello and welcome to my blog! I’m thrilled about today’s topic because it combines two things I love: beauty and history. We’ll explore how beauty standards have changed over time, from ancient civilizations to [...]