From the Forest to Your Home
Nature has always been an integral part of my life. Many of my fondest memories are family camping and hiking trips. We had a garden each year and fished local lakes and ponds. I first learned about mushrooms and foraging from my dad, and I learned about flowers and gardening from my mom. It was in these wild spaces that I found a world of empathy and inspiration that I now aim to reflect in my artwork.
I knew from a young age that I had always wanted to do something creative as a career, but I never imagined I'd be where I am today. I started the Forager's Daughter as a way to merge the things I love most - magic and nature. As much as I loved plants and animals I also loved the idea that we could shape and manifest our own futures, and that there was a world of mystery and hidden knowledge surrounding us at all times. My work utilizes magical systems as vehicles for meaning and awareness, and I try to capture both the beauty and the harsh reality of nature in my drawings.
Each piece and project is approached from an artist's standpoint with the goal of creating a meaningful experience for the user from start to finish. This means everything from the packaging to the weight of the cardstock or the metal finish is considered. I have a Bachelor's of Fine Arts in painting, but use my training in design, digital art, marketing, and business practices every day to create cohesive and professional pieces.
Everything is dreamed up in my home-studio, minutes away from the childhood house where I grew up playing in the dirt under towering pine trees. I carefully consider all design choices and elements, work with trusted manufacturers to achieve quality products, package them carefully, and then ship them out to you. I am beyond thankful to wake up every day and be able to do what I love, and to connect with so many amazing people through my work. It's been a truly incredible experience, and I'm thrilled to share it with you all!
