The reason I paint is to give back in my own small way. I paint to put color out into the world because I believe it has the power to lift, the power to heal. It certainly helped me return from the depths of my breast cancer journey. Since 2016, I have been painting, teaching and sharing my art, in many formats, to encourage and empower others. The painting shown here was the last commission I created in 2019, literally delivered mid-December.

This painting was like a gift to me, as it was commissioned by one of three special sisters, who maintain the fight against breast cancer through their October fundraising event, held at Leed’s Farm, called Witches Night Out.

I was thrilled to be given artistic license in creating this piece, with the only request being the size, dimensions and that it incorporate more yellow than pink. I am thrilled that it actually hangs in the client’s laundry room/mudroom. She was embarrassed and thought she’d offend me when I inquired it’s intended location and I couldn’t be happier!

Why? Because art should bring joy. And if it resides in the humming hub of their home, that means it is bringing color to them every day, every time they pass through that space. They operate a farm. I grew up in the country and I know how much work is involved with a farm: early mornings, late nights no matter the weather, no matter what. When I reflect on this particular commission, I am thrilled knowing where it resides and that it can brighten everyone who encounters it! Thank you Julie for such a gift, the opportunity to bring you and yours color!