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About Me
I've always believed that wonder is where every great story begins.
Wonder found me early.
It was in my muddy shoes after wandering through the woods, in the pages of National Geographic, and in the adventures of Steve Irwin, Jane Goodall, and Jeff Corwin. They taught me that the world wasn't just something to observe; it was something to explore. My parents fostered that same curiosity, and before I knew it, I was constantly imagining, creating, and building worlds of my own. Looking back, I think I've always been drawn to stories that make the world feel bigger than it did the day before.
Music gave me that same feeling. It introduced me to new perspectives, put words to emotions I couldn't yet explain, and showed me how stories have the power to connect people across cultures, experiences, and generations.
Today, those lifelong passions have come together through art.
I'm a self-taught traditional artist based in Nashville, Tennessee, working primarily in graphite with subtle hints of painted or shaded color. Every drawing begins by hand, with digital elements incorporated only when they strengthen the story being told.
Whether inspired by music, wildlife, or moments that invite us to see the world differently, my work is rooted in storytelling. I create visual experiences that inspire curiosity, foster connection, and invite people to rediscover the wonder that surrounds us every day.
My Story
I didn't grow up knowing exactly what I wanted to become.
For years, I thought I would eventually have to choose between the things I loved most: wildlife, art, storytelling, music, entrepreneurship. They felt like separate paths, each pulling me in a different direction.
Looking back, I realize they were never separate at all.
Every passion was quietly preparing me for the work I do today.
I didn't go to art school. While studying entrepreneurship at the University of Tampa, I picked up a set of graphite pencils and began drawing on the floor of my apartment with nothing more than curiosity and a desire to create. What started as a personal experiment slowly grew into a career, one built not only on technical skill, but on a lifelong fascination with stories and the worlds they allow us to explore.
I've always been drawn to adventure.
As a child, I dreamed of the explorers, conservationists, and photographers who dedicated their lives to understanding the natural world. Their stories filled me with awe and reminded me that there was always more to discover. The spirit of exploration became my North Star. Every drawing I create is an expedition into a story, a chance to build a world, capture a feeling, and invite others to step inside.
Whether I'm collaborating with musicians to create visual worlds for their music, illustrating endangered wildlife to inspire conservation, or developing original pieces born from curiosity, my purpose remains the same: to transform meaningful stories into visual experiences that help people slow down, explore, and connect.
Over the years, I've learned something I wish I'd known sooner: you don't always have to choose one passion.
Sometimes the most meaningful work lives at the intersection of everything you love.
Here's to the journey,
— Emily
Process & recent work on Instagram
