Before I was introduced to pyrography - also known as wood burning - I dabbled and experimented in many different mediums, especially taking a liking to the worlds of screen-printing, copper plate etching, drawing, painting, and sculpture with mixed medium. My undergraduate studies in fine arts enhanced the opportunity to develop my skills and understanding of design and concept. I've always been compelled by nature and have found solitude in it my entire life.

Post-graduation I was accepted into a local artist residency in Mississauga, Ontario. During this time discovered my enamour with fungi, progressing to create copper wire installations of fungal figures that grew from walls and picture frames. I was soon exposed to the practice of wood burning and finally decided to buy my first wood burning kit and a slab of wood. As soon as I began, I was hooked and felt as though it was what I was meant to be doing all along.

I immediately felt drawn to create designs that would compliment and move with the wood grain. Inspiration flowed endlessly. While it was a complete learning curve, the result of my first handful of pieces was better than I expected. I fell completely in love with pyrography, and the adventure had just begun.

The support I have received on this journey has kept me inspired and moving forward, and I'm so thrilled I can share the things that make my heart happy with you all. I hope these creations can also bring you joy, or at least some curiosity into the world of pyrography.