I’m Amanda, and I wasn’t always an artist.
I’d been in graphic design near two decades, but I never thought of myself as an “artist”. In fact, one of the lowest grades I ever made was in my college drawing class! In 2019, I met a counselor who did art therapy. After struggling with debilitating anxiety for years, I decided to seek professional help.
Every week, I went to her office to pour paint and it kept me from quitting counseling as I always had before. Through art I realized that my perfectionism had left my watercolors untouched. Entering 2020 with a new hobby was perfect timing. So much time freed up and I painted hours daily. I was having so much fun!
I never could have imagined that posting a house portrait I’d gifted would start a business. Hundreds of paintings later my business is largely built on custom work. I have a growing print shop and my business has doubled two years in a row. I’m dipping my toes into the wholesale world, and my “biggest project” keeps getting topped.
In 2024, I joined a live art team. I’m now traveling across the state and country with ease. It’s a reminder each time of how far I’ve come since I could barely drive a mile from home. Just like learning to paint, I’ve slowly learned to live a full life again and I’m so happy with where I’ve landed.
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.”
- Romans 8:28
What started as a simple house portrait for a friend turned into a business built on love, creativity, and a passion for telling your stories through art.
Every piece I create is hand-painted with care, capturing memories in a way photos can’t.
I’m honored to be part of preserving your special moments through art that’s heartfelt, timeless, and completely personal.