It was in 2012 that I became ethical VEGAN. Enthusiastically I embraced the role of sharing my paintings, photography and graphic art skills to advocate for animals. All sentient beings deserve safety, kindness and justice. With my new label, I had now graduated into genuinely embodying the true meaning of “animal lover”. This was also a major turning point in my creative path. My paintings seemed to quickly evolve as I more deeply connected with my inspiration. Creations were not only about how animals looked; it was now about how they felt, and what they had to say. Being a “vegan artist” is more than choosing cruelty-free supplies, eating plants and painting animals and nature. For me, it is about expressing the love I feel for life.
Honoring and celebrating my relationships with my Earth Family. Creating art that communicates on a heart level – hopefully inspiring others to see, know and consider animals in new loving ways - building new traditions based on respect, kindness and compassion. I feel like an exciting journey has just begun and I may need several lifetimes to portray all my animal friends. I hope you will feel inspired too!
