Full disclosure - I’m a Mom. Of THREE. Yup, three. The trinity. A mom with a terrific degree in environmental science that I got this lovely diploma from that is, other than my kids, my crowning achievement. Except, now, that shiny paper now sits sullen and unused, but still very appreciated for what it is. A promise I kept to myself, and something I followed through on. Proof I did what I said I would do, which proved something to me. That I have grit. That I can do hard things. Especially considering I became a mom while in college, which added an extra layer of challenge to the mix. It was so beautiful because my son got to see his momma graduate. So cool! In fact, he and my middle child inspired the name of this very business. Their middle names are Draco and Phelan - Dragon and Wolf. I believe words hold power, and I most certainly named them correctly. My thirdborn came after the inception of Draco + Phelan, but he is still in all things I do. Where my first two are forces of nature beyond me, my little one is such an expression of me, an extension of my energy. Like coming home.

Beyond that? Well, I create. It is what lights my soul on fire and fills my cup. All of this is here because (while Motherhood is this INCREDIBLE voyage, it is not the entirety of myself) this is the expression of a soul that desires to work with her hands, play with color, learn new things, and create something outside of myself that has the sole purpose of JOY. My joy, and yours if you decide to invite my art into your home and allow it to be part of your small moments and small spaces, or share it as a gift. Whatever you decide, i’m so glad. This entire website, these pieces, my art, the expression of my imagination is a passion project for me. It’s not a job, it is life being lived and being lived well.

Check out my newly added blog for my musings on life, motherhood, life changes, thoughts, poems, and whatever else. I write inspiring things. I write relatable things. I write insightful things… hard things… moving things. That’s what life is right? All these things. ALL OF THE THINGS. Join me on the journey. I’m glad you’re here. <3