Growing up on the Baltic Sea in Poland, I was surrounded by coastal horizons and the changing moods of the water and nature. As a little girl, I was fascinated with colored pencils and paint—a love of color and creation that grew into a lifelong pursuit. Now based in upstate New York, I am a painter and jeweler whose oil pastels works and handcrafted pieces are inspired by my travels and nature. For over 30 years, I have been exploring color, texture, and form—whether on canvas or in metal—creating art that invites personal connection and interpretation.