My main mission here is to help end the stigma surrounding mental health and bipolar disorder. There are so many things that aren't well known about bipolar, and based on what I leaned in high school psych 101, I had a very negative view of the disorder until I was diagnosed. It's still difficult to wrap my head around at times two years later, but the more I learn, the more comfortable I feel with myself. My hope is that by sharing a real world perspective of the disorder, that judgment and stigma that I felt might be lessened. I don't know if I can personally make a difference, but at least I can try :)

My secondary mission is to share my art. I'm no Pablo or anything, but it's fun to make, and it usually looks pretty awesome, so why not share it?! I love lighting up people's homes with my art and bringing a bit more color to them! I know it makes me happier to look around and see the new paintings on my walls every week, so maybe it will for you as well!