Through layers of acrylic and oil paint, my paintings depict landscapes found in the Pacific Northwest and nestled in my mind, exploring the intricacies and connections of the landscapes that surround us and our inner selves. As someone who loves being outside in nature, I find most of my inspiration in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. When working on a painting, it is like I am there, and I seek to uncover that beauty and deep understanding I feel in the landscape. I strive to have viewers of my art experience that beauty and understanding when seeing my paintings.

Colt Island Works is my business, a way to show the world my art. The name comes from an island in Southeast Alaska that I hold very near to my heart and my heritage. A lot of my work, probably more than even I realize, comes from this place in my heart, both through memories and themes. It only seemed fitting to name my business after this island and everything it means to me.

I am a 22-year-old artist working to support myself through my art. I did not envision myself as an artist when I was younger, but after graduating college I couldn’t stand the thought of working a 9-5 office job. So I decided to try to pursue my art full-time, and started my business. And here I am, 3 years later, living my dream.

I am so grateful to be pursuing my dreams and living as a full-time artist. I truly cannot wait to see where this path takes me and my art.