I'm a self-taught printmaker. Like many, I was introduced to printmaking in a middle school art class. I remember loving it, and so wish I still had that first print (they were flowers!) I've always loved drawing and watercolor painting, but didn't pick printmaking back up until I graduated from college 5 years ago (where I actually studied business - not art!)

I started making my family's Christmas cards each year, and creating more and more new prints. It was became a goal of mine to maybe sell my prints, but always found a reason to put it off. I was scared!

After a solo trip to Japan, where I attended a Mokuhanga (Japanese printmaking) workshop, I decided to take the leap and started selling my prints in the Summer of 2023.

As you can probably tell, my work is almost entirely nature inspired, especially of the flora and fauna of Hawai'i. Growing up between O'ahu and San Diego, nature has played a big role in my life.

Not only do I attempt to capture the literal beauty of our surrounding nature, but more importantly, the overwhelming feelings of peace, awe, and grandeur that it brings. I am an ocean lover, mountain lover, and recently a bird watching enthusiast! I hope that my vibrant love for the land shines through in my work.

All of my prints are created from hand-carved blocks, and are individually inked and printed for each print, making each one an original.

Printmaking is a special, laborious, and meditative process that teaches me a lot about life. It reminds me to slow down and enjoy the process, even if it might not work out the way I want it to. And even then, it usually works out in a way that is better than I could have imagined.