I am a visual artist, maker and art instructor.
I have always been a creative person. Through the years, I have tried not to deviate very far from anything that is not creative. That is how I find myself flourishing. That is how I grow and learn. That is when I am in my element.
I tend to gravitate towards anything creative and tend to repel work that requires too many numbers, calculations, math equations…hahaha! But hey, I absolutely can tolerate hexadecimal color values.
There have been periods and seasons in my life where I was not able to produce artworks while very occupied with family life and homeschooling my children when they were younger. But I have NEVER had any time in my life where I did not create and make things. My daily home life as a wife and mother actually allow me to be creative in many ways.
I am a proud Filipino now living in Canada with my awesome hubby and two amazing daughters. The first year of being an immigrant was a time I fell off my equilibrium. I listened to voices that told me I had to be and do certain things to survive as a new landed immigrant. One of which was to pursue work that was not related to the arts so I could earn a living. Out of fear, I must say I succumbed to that myth and I died inside. But hooray! Drum roll please! I’ve since woken up from that stupor.
I am now resolutely, audaciously, assertively, unabashed, without shame or doubt, joyfully declaring that
“I am an artist. PERIOD.”
I do not say that with arrogance but with a full realization that I’m ultimately responsible for the gift that the Lord has given me. My calling to be an artist is stronger and louder than an opinion. And here’s what I learned having lived on earth this long, talents aren’t meant for the individuals who have it. Talents were meant to serve others. So, when I make artworks now, I have a better sense that…
It can be received by just one or many. The number is insignificant really. Reception does not only refer to owning the art piece but the mere point of seeing and having the opportunity to be moved by that piece of art.
Art like music is a powerful force that can move, inspire and heal. My deeper understanding now of what art can do makes me excited and more motivated to pursue art even more. If I can bring joy, relief and healing through my artwork then that’s my jam!
What do I make anyway? And why do I do what I do?
I make mixed media artworks, drawings and illustrations that present a playful narrative. I’m extremely fascinated by visual storytelling. Creating art is how I process and deal with my deep emotions and thoughts to achieve understanding, acceptance, release and joy. In my art, I prefer to depict a specific part of the story and let the viewers create their own interpretation so that they can be recipients of the healing and joy that art can bring.
An exciting journey ahead awaits and let’s see how I roll from here on. The possibilities are infinite, and they can be outrageously awesome!
Join me as I tell stories through my artworks. Check out some of the works I’ve done. Explore my website and I hope that the art pieces will resonate with you. Give me a shout out here if it does!