This painting is a deeply personal reflection of my experiences and service in the Navy, created as a form of art therapy to help cope with PTSD. It captures the essence of my time working on aircraft and pays tribute to the squadrons I was stationed with. The process of…

In this painting, I aimed to encapsulate a sense of isolation and depth, reflective of my own experiences with PTSD. The central figure is a lone octopus, painted in stark black, against an expansive blue ocean backdrop. The octopus, with its tentacles outstretched, symbolizes both vulnerability and resilience. It’s a…

This painting holds a special place in my heart, as it was created during a community art class I attended with both of my sisters over the course of four sessions. The subject of the painting is my dog, Scout, and it was based on a photo taken by my…

In this painting, I captured a playful and whimsical moment featuring a black and white cat lying on its back with its paws up in the air. The cat’s bright yellow eyes are wide open, staring directly at the viewer, creating a striking and engaging focal point. The contrast between…

This painting was conceived during my inpatient stay at the West Haven Veterans Hospital, serving as an expressive outlet during a particularly challenging period of my PTSD therapy. The artwork depicts a solitary figure, silhouetted in black, sitting at the end of a tunnel. The tunnel is painted in dark…

Looking at this painting, I am reminded of a peaceful moment captured at Sturbridge Village in Massachusetts. The canvas showcases a serene lakeside scene, where a large, strong tree stands prominently in the foreground. Its sturdy trunk reaches skyward, symbolizing resilience and strength, much like my own journey through life’s…

As I sit here, reflecting on my painting, I am transported back to the moments of calm I experienced while creating it. This piece, painted as part of my art therapy for PTSD, represents a serene lighthouse standing steadfast against the vast expanse of the ocean. The clear blue sky…

In this artwork, I have depicted a Navy aircraft carrier cruising through the ocean, a symbolic representation of my years of service. The backdrop is a stunning sunset, with hues of orange and yellow blending seamlessly into the sky, evoking a sense of calm and closure as the day ends….

This painting is a deeply personal reflection of my experiences and emotions, created as a therapeutic outlet for my PTSD. It serves as a visual representation of my service in the Navy, and it holds a special significance as it is loosely modeled after a tattoo I have on my…

This painting is a diptych that captures the tranquil beauty of a mountainous landscape split across two canvases. The left canvas showcases a range of jagged, snow-capped mountains under a vibrant blue sky, evoking a sense of majesty and grandeur. The serene lake below mirrors the sky’s hue, creating a…