For years, I called myself a photographer. It was my career, what I studied, and how I found my place in the creative world. But over time, that stopped feeling like the full story. These days, I’m less interested in capturing what’s already there and more interested in making things by hand — and helping other people do the same.

After months of thinking through the idea, A Wandering Palette Art Club is finally live. Each month I’ll turn one of my paintings into a small creative study you can try at home — combining a collectible piece of art with a simple way to learn how it was created.

I’ve been experimenting with the idea of a monthly art study club—something that goes beyond collecting prints and actually helps you learn how to paint them. I’m still figuring out paper sizes, supplies, and how it will all work, but the idea is simple: small paintings, real process, and a chance to practice alongside me.

I spent the greater part of this weekend updating this website to reflect where I am now — not where I’ve been. It marks a shift toward art, process, and choosing what’s real, including letting go of photography and refocusing this space as a studio.

Life has felt like a lot lately. Balancing the role of supporting my mom as she navigates Alzheimer’s while also trying to grow my business and keep up with the constant demands of social media has been overwhelming. Some days it feels like I’m carrying two full-time jobs—one rooted in love and responsibility, the other in passion and survival.

In May of 2024, my life took a turn. I made the choice to devote every single bit of my energy into growing the two social platforms that would help me grow as a business.