I am just beginning my personal journey as an artist, but have grown up around art all my life. My mother has been a life-long painter, and we've never ever bought art to decorate the house because she's so prolific that her artworks grace almost every room. I have found my style, form and pace quite recently, and it's been such a revelation how much I enjoy creating. So I'm happy to be here in the presence of others, hoping to learn a thing or two, mesmerized by the astonishing creativity present in the world.