As a teenager, I began embellishing clothing with tie-dye, lace, ribbons, rhinestones, and painted fabrics, selling them to high-end boutiques. Word quickly spread, and soon more shops were buying my creations. I also began showing my work at craft fairs, which turned into joyful successes.

Years later, after marriage and raising three wonderful children, I found myself at a crossroads. Suddenly, I was single again, with three kids to care for—and I didn’t know who I was anymore. I tried many different things to move forward, but nothing seemed to lift the fog. Then, one day, I picked up my journal and began painting in it. That daily act of creating—whether it was jewelry making, baking, gardening, or mixed media—became my lifeline. Slowly, I realized that each time I created something, I felt whole again. Art was bringing me back to myself. Before long, I found myself selling to shops once more.

In 2003, I opened my first brick-and-mortar business. With big dreams, a wide-open heart, and plenty of prayer, I launched my very first location. Soon after, I expanded into the space next door so I could hold art classes, exhibits, and camps in Boynton Beach. I had always dreamed of an art studio nearby—so I created one! That experience awakened my true passion: helping others discover their own creativity as a path to joy, healing, and well-being. Art saved me, and I vowed to live a full-out ArtSea life!

Later, my oldest daughter, Samantha, joined me in the business. She’s a gifted artist in her own right, and it has been such a blessing to watch her thrive in this environment. Together, we witness the healing power of creativity every single day. We believe with all our hearts that everyone is creative. We are all born with an innate ability to create, but over time, it can get buried beneath self-doubt, criticism, and perfectionism. That spark never disappears—it’s just waiting for a chance to come out and play.

Today, we are also blessed to have Aileen and Alliana on our team. They are wonderfully talented artists who bring their own light and energy to our ArtSea family.