Some journeys inspire you. Others transform you. My time in Kenya from March 2 to March 20, 2026, did both in ways I never could have imagined. As a wildlife artist, I have always sought to capture the spirit of animals—their movement, their presence, their unspoken stories. But in Kenya, I didn’t just observe wildlife—I lived among it. Every moment felt raw, immediate, and deeply personal, as if I had stepped inside the very essence of the natural world. From the sweeping plains of Amboseli National Park to the iconic landscapes of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, the land itself felt like a masterpiece in motion. Towering skies, golden grasses,…

For as long as I can remember I have been mesmerized with all wildlife. As a young teen my unrealized dream was to become a Veterinarian. As time passed and parenting responsibilities increased my pursuit of my second choice art degree lead me to a career as an Art Director. Today life has changed with the children now thriving adults and the career winding down. I have an art studio in my home and I am so grateful that I never gave up my love of realism painting in both oils and pastels. As a result in the last 5 years I have joined my two loves of art and…