Never Grow Up: A Perfect Day at the Montrose Farmers Market
Success! This weekend was a wonderful one for creativity and community. I brought my brand-new children’s activity book to the Montrose Farmers Market at Centennial Plaza, and it was such a joyful experience! My booth was filled with laughter, smiles, and creativity all morning. I spent the day drawing custom cartoon portraits for families and […]
Rediscovering My Passion for Mural Painting in Western Colorado
Before this year, it had been quite a while since I painted a mural—and when I did, they were usually indoor murals for children’s bedrooms. But 2025 has been a year of rediscovery and transformation! I’ve had the joy of creating three outdoor murals here in Western Colorado, and each one has reignited my love […]
Jeanette’s Big Idea Makes Local News
My friends and I are building a community in Western Colorado, centered around Montrose — one that encourages creativity, friendship, and lifting each other up. Earlier this year, during a pop-up gallery at the Montrose Art Crawl, I shared Jeanette’s Big Idea with anyone who would listen: to create a vibrant art community with a […]
Montrose Second Thursday Art Crawl: Pop-Up Shop!
Tomorrow from 4-8 come visit me and my partner, Lissa, at the pop-up art gallery/shop! We will be at 7 S Townsend in Montrose with art, and drop-in projects. Our main project this time is the Thrift Art Makeover: 🎨 Thrift Store Art Makeover Give old art a fun, new twist! How it Works: Tips: […]
Introducing: The Crafty Coven
In 2020, a fiery idea for an art space ignited my imagination—but I wasn’t ready to act. Years later, through burnout, healing, and rediscovery, that dream has found its moment. The Crafty Coven is more than a studio—it’s a creative community in the making. Learn how this dream came full circle and what’s coming next for Montrose artists.
🎨 Announcing: Painting Parties – Creativity, Connection & Celebration!
I’m so excited to share something I’ve been dreaming up for a long time—Painting Parties are officially here! As a professional artist with years of experience in fine art, murals, illustration, and teaching, I’ve always believed that art should be fun, accessible, and a little bit magical. That’s exactly what these painting parties are all […]
Using Digital Tools for Traditional Art
June 23 5:00-6:00pm $15 🎨 Digital Tools for Traditional Art: Using Tech to Enhance Your Painting Process Sign up here: https://montrosecenterforarts.com/activities/month/ Take your art practice to the next level with this unique class blending traditional painting with digital tools. Designed for artists of all levels, this hands-on session explores how to use computers, iPads, and […]
Marketing for Creatives Class at MCA
Date Change! May 23, 5:00-7:00 pm, $25 Social Media Marketing for Creatives: Tools, Strategy, and Visual Content Creation Ready to grow your creative business online? Join our hands-on class designed specifically for artists, makers, and creative entrepreneurs who want to master social media marketing. In this course, you’ll learn how to strategically use social media […]
Class Series Announcement!
🎨✨ Announcing: Social Media Marketing for Creatives – A Community-Driven Class Series! 📱📊 Are you a creative entrepreneur, artist, or maker looking to grow your online presence but not sure where to start—or how to keep up? I’m launching a new class series all about social media marketing, created with and for our creative community! […]
“Mind Blown” – A Bold and Vivid Expression of Imagination in Motion
This has quickly become my most popular piece—and one of my personal favorites. The energy and color resonate with many who see it, making it a standout work in my portfolio.