I was born in Buffalo, New York. My sister passed away when she was 20 and I was 18. I started to paint 2yrs after. I have always enjoyed drawing and writing and always new that it was a career that I would be happy in. I have never given up my dreams to be an artist and have been able to make money doing it. I have 2 daughters who are very talented in the art world as well. I hope to be a great role model for them and show them if you keep your dreams alive they will be able to come true.