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I’m still trying to find the words to fully describe what the past two weeks have meant to me. Me standing beside my piece “BIG CHIEF – INDIAN BLUE,” featured in Personal Structures – Confluences at the European Cultural Centre / Palazzo Mora during the 2026 Venice Art Biennale in Venice, Italy. Just a little over a year ago, I was experimenting with wool and felting needles at my dining room table, curious about a medium I had unexpectedly fallen in love with. This month, I

My contemporary felted portrait BIG CHIEF – INDIAN BLUE will be exhibited in the Personal Structures Exhibition at the Venice Art Biennale, sharing the story of New Orleans culture and resilience twenty years after Hurricane Katrina.

I hope everyone had the warmest, coziest Thanksgiving surrounded by good food, good company, and maybe a nap or two after all that pie. 🥧🧡 As we tumble into the festive season, my studio has been buzzing like a hummingbird on espresso—new releases, new creations, and exciting events are blooming everywhere. Here’s what’s fresh off the felting table! 🎁 Premium Notecard Packs Are HERE! Perfect for gifting, sending holiday cheer, or treating yourself to a little bundle of ha

I am thrilled to announce something truly special—my very first LIMITED EDITION RELEASE of BIG CHIEF, the artwork that has already had an unforgettable journey of its own. Only 50 signed, numbered, and custom-matted 16x20 giclée prints will be produced, making this a rare opportunity to own a piece of my most celebrated work. This piece holds an especially meaningful place in my heart. Earlier this year, BIG CHIEF received 1st Place at the R.W. Norton Art Gallery’s jurie

...of Becoming an Artist Lily from Lakeside Photoworks in NOLA When I first began creating and showing my felted artwork, I thought the biggest reward would be the joy of making art itself—the colors, the textures, the freedom to express what’s in my heart. But what I’ve discovered along the way is something I never anticipated: the incredible people this path has brought into my life. Becoming an artist has opened doors to a world filled with connection, generosity, and shar

I've been putting in a lot of effort over the past month to create three new artworks for display at Orleans Gallery during the upcoming First Saturday Art Walk on Julia Street in the Arts District of New Orleans on Saturday, November 1st from 5-8 PM! I would be thrilled if you could join us for what promises to be a fantastic evening! This event will feature a dual art opening showcasing two incredible artists: Church Goin' Mule from the Mississippi Delta, a globally reco

I'm so excited to finally share some amazing news that I've been keeping under wraps until all the paperwork was finalized — I’ve...

"Majestic Pelican's Perch" receives Award of Excellence in Lake Granbury's Fall Juried Art Show. (Click HERE to learn more about this...

BIG CHIEF wins First Place! Check out this beautiful video created by the gallery of the exhibition: EXHIBITION VIDEO What a whirlwind...

I am absolutely thrilled that my artwork has been accepted into three national juried art shows and competitions, and has received...

I can hardly believe it, but I’m buzzing with excitement to share some life-changing news: my artwork, "BIG CHIEF", has officially been...