Art and Photography is one of my greatest passions, living in the North is one of my utmost rewards, and it made me love the nature, animals, and its people, together with its splendor and diversity.

      I started painting at the age of five and I remember my very first abstract painting that I've made and I was proud of myself and gave it to my mother & father as a present. The artist in me is from my father's side I remember him telling me that there's no future as an artist. That word has probably discouraged me to paint and I would just watch my friends in envy while they paint & draw and as they joined into art competitions when I was young but that artist instinct in me is always there and would come out naturally when needed. I would always make a difference in art classes and would mark high in arts. I've redirected my fascination and concentrated in sports in my younger days to divert my interest in art; I would just satisfy myself by admiring and watching my friends, and my uncle paint all his magnificent portraits. I also remember when I was a child that I always love to take my parent's camera and would take pictures.... years passed by and it is still in my heart being an artist & loves photography. I took courses in arts & painting and the instructor noticed and told me that I am very naturally talented in painting and learn very quickly too.

      My aspect in life has since changed; I see more of life’s magnificence. I started to paint again after college and when I moved here in BC, I bought my first camera as well and I have captured my children's pictures and anything that would interest me thru my camera lenses and my watercolor painting. I have stopped taking images for a while and concentrated in painting, I stopped both as I got busy in my involvement in my church but I still have used my creativity and talent but never gave up my passion and love of the art.

      Last year my husband pushed me to buy a new camera and started shooting again. I finally decided to join the camera club with zeal and determination. I have learned a lot as it fosters personal growth, expression, creativity, excellence, and ethical conduct in all aspects of photographic endeavor. I have gained a very positive experience here. I love to read books and does creative writing as well, I love listening to Christian contemporary music. These are all truly inspiring, it made me live in this holistic era in a powerful and depth integration of our lives. It has covered the full spectrum of body, mind, and spiritual synergy that supports and encouraged me in living this wonderful life.

      I think of life itself now as a wonderful play that I've written for myself, and so my purpose is to have the utmost fun playing my part.
Where ever we are, whoever we are, whatever we do, & what we have accomplished is not merely by status we are living; but by being “ourselves” as I have succumb to my God’s grace and mercy.
I sincerely hope that most of us will serve us an inspiration to others, to enlighten, and be informed by their stories; as I have been! Thank you for taking the time to stop & listen.