Find me in Grant Park all weekend!
I’m so excited to announce that I’ll be at the Gold Coast Art Fair this weekend, June 7–8, in Booth 137 at Grant Park! I’ll have brand new originals, prints, drawings, and collector exclusives ready to go home with you.
Read MoreJune is a reminder to bloom inward. To pause, to soften, and to return to yourself with compassion. This month’s journal prompts are designed to nourish your spirit and rekindle the sacred habit of choosing you—on purpose, with love.
Read MoreBuild a Home That Tells Your Story
We collect many things in life — memories, music, photos, stories. But what about art?
Collecting art isn’t just about decorating your walls. It’s about surrounding yourself with meaning. It’s about claiming space for beauty, culture, truth — and preserving stories that matter. When you collect original artwork, you’re doing more than investing in paint on wood or canvas. You’re investing in vision. In legacy. In an artist’s voice — and often, in your own.
Here’s why it matters:
Art makes your space deeply personal. It reflects who you are, where you've been, and what you believe in.
Original work holds energy. The brushstrokes, the texture, the intention — it's all real. Alive.
Collecting from living artists keeps the creative ecosystem strong. It sustains storytellers, uplifts communities, and ensures our culture isn’t just seen — it’s celebrated.
My collectors often tell me they feel seen when they hang a piece. That it reminds them of their strength. Their ancestors. Their dreams. It helps them to combat the often negative images we are bombarded with daily. Art heals.
If you’ve ever felt that pull from a painting — that this is meant for me feeling — trust it. That’s not just a transaction. That’s a connection.
Why Collect Art?
Discover why collecting art matters—how it builds legacy, supports living artists, and turns your space into a personal story worth sharing.
A practical guide on building a collection—includes setting a budget, researching artists, and spotting value in rising creatives Artsy.
Explains how auctions provide provenance guarantees and structured frameworks that help with resale value and authenticity Artsy.
Overview of why art can be a valuable asset—art as a way to diversify portfolios, support artists, and preserve cultural narratives InvestopediaPitchBook.
Clear advice on starting an art investment journey: setting goals, understanding costs, and building a long-term strategy Artelier.
An accessible breakdown of art investment as part of a diversified portfolio, risks involved, and how art compares to traditional assets Investopedia.
