Hello from my studio!

I’ve been devoting more time to my art and updating my website, and I’m pleased with how it’s coming together. You’ll find more paintings, drawings, and past commissions to explore, with more to come as the work continues.

There’s also exciting news:two of my pieces have been selected for Seen + Heard at the Dairy Barn Arts Center in Athens, Ohio, on view January 23–March 21, 2027. View Dairy Barn Arts Center

After years away from juried shows, returning feels like a meaningful part of getting back into art. Starting with exhibitions here in Ohio offers a chance to reach new audiences and build an exhibition history before expanding further. The juried art competition scene is something I’ve always enjoyed, along with the opportunity to have work considered by respected jurors.

Both pieces will be available for purchase. Please feel free to contact me for more information. I’ll share more about the selected work as the exhibition approaches.

Thank you for taking an interest in my art and following along.

Maria

I have been an artist for as long as I can remember. After receiving a formal education in fine art, I spent many years creating and exhibiting my work throughout the United States and internationally. Although my creative path later expanded into dance, I never stopped painting.

For many years, I enjoyed a career as a professional belly dancer and instructor through Belly Dance by Mariah of Ohio. My attention is now centered more fully on fine art and creating work that is deeply personal, yet allows others to find something of themselves within it.

Fitness has long been an important part of my life. I enjoy sharing that side of myself on social media in the hope of inspiring others to remain strong and confident at every age. I am also a proud mother and a woman who loves deeply, and I greatly value the relationship I share with my partner.

My curiosity has always extended beyond the visible world. I am fascinated by the patterns and celestial influences that shape our nature and the course of our lives.

Every part of my life finds its way into my art. Through this blog, I hope to share more of my creative world and what inspires me along the way.