As a child, I spent much of my time outdoors searching for the fairy folk. While I never found fairies, I discovered something more meaningful…
The quiet magic of the natural world itself. That sense of wonder continues to shape my artwork and educational work today.
For a full decade, I worked as a full-time Naturalist and educator. I loved my work deeply, but in early 2024 I made the difficult decision to step away from my “nine to five” Naturalist position and further pursue my passion for education through Art.
When I left, I carried a lot of guilt for walking away from something I loved, for not being able to “fix” things and for putting my mental health first. But what I have learned since is that people don’t leave good jobs, they leave unhealthy dynamics. And sometimes the bravest thing you can do is to walk away from what’s breaking you, even if it once meant everything to you.
Today, my artwork celebrates the diverse and often overlooked flora and fauna of the region. And looking back, setting out on my own course was the best decision I could have ever made.
Through illustration and education, I hope to inspire curiosity, appreciation, and stewardship of the natural world.
And… if you’re also in that place, questioning yourself and trying to hold it all together, please know that you’re not weak, you’re human. And you’re not alone.
