When I was a kid, my mother taught me and my sisters to respect and honor our stewardship of animals, domestic and wild. Whether it’s spotting & observing wildlife in the Rocky Mountains or snuggling with a purring cat on a lazy afternoon, I find my life’s memories center around my experiences with animals.

The most accessible animals are the ones we cherish and live with in our homes. Capturing a pet’s beloved likeness is my way of honoring my mother, the animals I love, and sharing joy while bridging the pet-parent and the Art communities.

From my home studio in Kansas City, I use my talents to elevate pets in every work of art. I not only paint and draw animals for my own joy, but I also hand-craft pet portraits by commission for happy households all over the United States. The collection you see on exhibit here is a sample of my own ideas of what it means to celebrate pets on canvas. These unique images have led to archival prints and fun products I offer at Kansas City art fairs in the Summer and Fall. When not working on my small business, I serve as a volunteer member on the Board of Directors for the Waldo-based non-profit Another Chance Cat Rescue. And I enjoy spending time outdoors with my husband and our rescue dog Razzle B. Dazzle.