Who am I?

I'm an artist, I've interacted with folks of varied ages and from many walks of life; and there are those few that will ask me how long I've been an artist and my response is always the same :

All of my life.

I don't ever remember not spending time creating art of some kind. Whether I was designing new helmets for football teams (I was about 8, purple was my favorite color, so the Vikings were already on my good side!) or cutting my barbie doll's (ALL of them) hair, I've spent my 'spare' time creating things I find beautiful.

It seems to be just who I am, innate, a thing I cannot change. "Arting" is an integral part in my sense of happiness and self worth.

I've explored a wide variety of things that are art related. I've tattooed, blown glass and photographed beautiful things.

Now, I find my passion has led me to painting. When I'm stressed, I paint. When I'm happy, I paint. I paint to express my real self. My style has evolved as I have evolved as a person and artist.

Who knows how long I'll be a painter, but I'll always, always be an artist.