I am from the Yakima Tribe, in Washington State. Creativity is the inside box of who I am. When I see that on the shelf, I definitely want to open up and enjoy it. There-s so much in yourself that makes you an individual-being an artist helps you see and unravel your inner wonders.

I always think about diversity. Everybody has their own perspective of what indigenous is. I want people to be who they are, and be able to speak about it and their own experiences. I grew up with my maternal side of my family (Aunts, Grandmother, Mom) who are all passionate bead workers – they work with all colors, make powwow outfits, traditional works, and regalia. I associate those traditions with family themes. I center my beliefs around the family, and that theme resonates through my works.

I want children-s lives to be inspired, and I would like to help them develop visual narratives they can use to express their own voices.

I can teach art projects with parents and adults as well. I would like to give new insights, challenge people to think deeper, and focus on family and community. For youth groups I would provide hands on projects, hand-outs, workshops, presentation and discussion. My visual art background includes work in acrylic and oil painting, photography, digital art, basketry, beading, and silversmith jewelry.