My journey as an artist began in childhood. I am a self taught artist. I have always loved to create beautiful things with my hands.Some of my first 'masterpieces' emerged from my tiny little 3 year old hands :) From there I began to experiment with painting and other crafts,trying my hand at pottery when I was 5. As a teenager, I had taken graphic arts classes and made many beautiful designs in pen and ink. I continued to hone my skills as a painter,working part time doing faux- finishes in private homes and occasionally restoring antique pieces and gold...more