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    One Year In: My First Year as a Professional Artist

    May 12, 2026May 13, 2026 Exhibitions & Events
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    This weekend, I stood inside a booth filled with my paintings at the Berryessa Art Festival alongside East Valley Artists. These works that once existed quietly in my studio were out in the world, being seen, felt, and welcomed into people’s homes. It felt surreal. And it felt…

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Abstract landscape artist exploring the quiet space where nature and emotion meet. Through layered textures and intuitive mark-making, I create visual meditations on stillness, transformation, and belonging.

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Found Along the Way Oil on Canvas | 24 × 36 in A Found Along the Way Oil on Canvas | 24 × 36 in A moment discovered mid-hike, where movement softened into stillness. Dense trees draw the eye toward a quiet pocket of light, reflected like a mirror in the water below. It captures the feeling of arriving somewhere you didn’t know you were looking for. This piece is part of my Letters to the Landscape collection, now live on my website’s Portfolio page. Explore the full series and discover the story behind the collection. ✨ Link in bio.
Visited the gorgeous Rainbow show at Whitney Moder Visited the gorgeous Rainbow show at Whitney Modern Gallery today, and it was such a joy. 🌈 Every piece felt playful, thoughtful, and full of delight. Thank you, @mariecameronstudio , for the wonderful tour and for walking me through the stories behind these beautiful works. It was such a pleasure meeting you and experiencing the exhibition through your insights.
What’s better than one painting? A diptych. Drawn What’s better than one painting? A diptych. Drawn to Horizon I and II were inspired by an evening in Valley of Fire State Park, where the desert slowly transformed under the last light of the day. I wanted to capture the feeling of being there, the pull of the horizon, the glowing light, and the stillness that settles just before dusk. These two paintings are meant to be experienced together, as a conversation across the landscape, each one completing the other’s journey toward the fading light. Which one speaks to you more I or II? 🌅 #bayareaartist #valleyoffirestatepark #contemporaryartwork #abstractlandscape #artistsofig
A little look at the seven small paintings in my n A little look at the seven small paintings in my new collection, Letters to the Landscape. 🌿 This week has been all about the behind-the-scenes work at my desk. Building out the portfolio page on my website, organizing artwork, and preparing this month’s newsletter, which goes out on next week. If you’re not on my email list yet, now’s a great time to join. ✨ Link in bio, or DM me your email and I’ll add you to the list. #bayareaartist #artcollectors #artistsofig #landscapeartist #abstractlandscape
Whispers of the Peak, 24×48” - SOLD Oil on Canvas Whispers of the Peak, 24×48” - SOLD Oil on Canvas I lived in Colorado for five years, and the mountains never left me. I’ve hiked two of the fourteeners myself and if you’ve ever stood at that altitude, you know there’s nothing quite like it. The air, the stillness, the sheer scale of it all. This painting was born there in my Colorado studio in 2019, my largest oil painting to date. I wanted to capture the whisper of the peak, the way the mountain holds you in light and shadow long after you’ve descended. It found its forever home this weekend at @themusemarkets, and I’m so happy it’s going somewhere it’ll be cherished. #bayareaartist #artcollector #oilpainting #landscapeart #abstractlandscape
What a day in Muse Market!🌻 My first time as a ven What a day in Muse Market!🌻 My first time as a vendor at this Los Gatos market, set beneath the redwoods in the heart of downtown. A beautiful backdrop for art and community. So grateful for everyone who stopped by, asked questions, and connected with the work. A huge moment for me: my largest oil painting to date found its new home. I’m so happy knowing it’s going somewhere it’ll be loved. Thank you to the @themusemarkets team for putting together such a wonderful community event, and to everyone who showed up to support local artists. ✨ #southbayartist #losgatos #supportlocalartists #bayareaartist #originalpainting
A few moments from Friday’s reception for In Dialo A few moments from Friday’s reception for In Dialogue. ✨ It was wonderful to spend the evening surrounded by artists, conversations, and stories. Thank you to everyone who came out to support the show and spent time with my piece, Rooted in Values. Grateful to be part of this thoughtful exhibition curated by @salmaarastu and the creative community @artistsiaaa In Dialogue runs through July 25. If you’re in the area, the gallery @artworksdowntownmarin is open Wednesday–Sunday from 11 AM–5 PM. #bayareaartist #contemporaryart #artexhibition #emergingartist #indianamericanartist
A little gallery wall moment before I pack up thes A little gallery wall moment before I pack up these paintings for @themusemarkets and head out to In Dialogue reception ✨ Letters to the Landscape is a collection inspired by places that invited me to slow down, look closer, and stay awhile. Feeling equal parts excited and grateful. Hope to see some of you there. #bayareaartist #southbayart #oilpainting #oilpaintings #abstractlandscape
One of my favorite parts of the process is varnish One of my favorite parts of the process is varnishing day! A good audiobook, a quiet afternoon, and these little paintings getting their final layer of protection before they head out into the world. A selection from my 8x10 florals from Letters to the Landscape collection will be available at the @themusemarkets in Los Gatos this Saturday. Hope to see you there! #bayareaartist #oilpaintings #southbayartist #losgatostown #musemarket
Prepping paintings for @themusemarkets 🎨 I was at Prepping paintings for @themusemarkets 🎨 I was attaching D-rings and wire to canvases, while my son turned the extra screws and D-Rings into a miniature city beside me. Studio days are not always quiet, but they’re surely memorable. ❤️ See these pieces in person at Muse Market on June 13! #artiststudio #californiaartist #southbayart #bayareaartist #artiststudiolife
Love how these greetings turned out. Which one is Love how these greetings turned out. Which one is your favorite? 💌 I’ll be bringing them to @themusemarkets on June 13 #fineartgreetingcards #bayareaartist #artistsoninstagram #fineartist
A throwback to one of my favorite gouache painting A throwback to one of my favorite gouache paintings of the Alviso marshes. This little gouache painting of the Alviso marshes was one of the most loved pieces I brought to an art festival and quickly found a home. I loved hearing the memories and connections people shared with this landscape. The original is sold, but I’ll be bringing a small number of prints with me to @themusemarkets next week!
A Joyful Stillness Oil on Canvas, 24 x 24 Inspire A Joyful Stillness Oil on Canvas, 24 x 24 Inspired by a summer stroll around Stowe Lake in Golden Gate Park, this painting is a reflection on those rare moments when everything feels calm, present, and enough. The gentle light on the water, the quiet rhythm of the landscape, and the feeling of being fully immersed in the moment stayed with me long after the walk was over. Through soft layers of color and movement, I wanted to capture that sense of peaceful joy. Available on June 13 at @themusemarkets @townoflosgatos #bayareaartist #artcollectors #losgatos #oilpaintings
One week until the show opens! I dropped off ‘Roo One week until the show opens! I dropped off ‘Rooted in Values’ at @artworksdowntownmarin today, and it feels so exciting to see this piece become part of the exhibition. I’m honored to be included in this exhibition, thoughtfully curated by @salmaarastu The show opens June 5, and I’ll be at the reception on June 12. I’d love to see you there! Swipe for exhibition details ✨ #artexhibition #artgallery #artlovers #artcollectors #downtownsanrafael @downtownsanrafaelartsdistrict
Beyond the flowers. Oil on Canvas. 12x16 SOLD Beyond the flowers. Oil on Canvas. 12x16 SOLD It’s been a while since I hiked Mount Rainier, but it still lives somewhere in me as one of the most breathtaking experiences I’ve had in nature. “Beyond the Flowers” was born from that memory. The soft thaw, the wild bloom of color, and the quiet depth of the mountain. This piece has now found its home 💙
3 weeks to go ✨ Counting down the days until Muse 3 weeks to go ✨ Counting down the days until Muse Market! I’ll be bringing original paintings, prints, and a little piece of my studio into the space. Can’t wait to see familiar faces, meet new ones there and spend a beautiful day surrounded by art and community.
I love using cold wax as a final varnish for both I love using cold wax as a final varnish for both my oil and gouache paintings to finish, seal, and protect them before they head to their new homes. I prefer cold wax because it unifies and softens the surface with a beautiful velvety matte appearance. It’s also archival, non-yellowing, and helps reduce unwanted gloss and shine while still bringing out the richness of the colors and textures underneath. I gently warm the wax first in a pan of hot water, pat a small amount onto a cotton cloth, and rub it thinly over the painting in circular motions, getting into all the little nooks and crannies, then allow it to dry for 48 hours before sending it off. ✨ How do you like to varnish and finish your paintings? #ColdWaxMedium #ContemporaryLandscapeArt #EmergingArtist #bayareaartist #StudioProcess
Sharing details of the In Dialogue exhibition, whe Sharing details of the In Dialogue exhibition, where my piece Rooted in Values will be included. Honored to be exhibiting alongside so many talented artists. ❤️ If you’re in the Bay Area, I’d love for you to stop by and experience the show. #BayAreaArtist #AbstractLandscape #ContemporaryArt #EmergingArtist #contemporaryartist
Honored to share that my work has been accepted in Honored to share that my work has been accepted into GREEN, a juried exhibition by @ncwca and @arcgallerysf 203 works were submitted and 37 selected. Grateful to be included in this group of artists and to have my piece shown this season. More details to come soon 🎨 #bayareaartists #southbayartist #artists #womenartistswednesday #gouache
One year of painting, learning, and building and t One year of painting, learning, and building and this past weekend, my very first booth at the Berryessa Art Festival with East Valley Artists felt like the most meaningful way to celebrate it. ✨ New blog post is up sharing the journey behind it all 🎨 Link in bio. #southbayartist #bayareaartist #artistjourney #professionalartist

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