I long for a time when we no longer say, “What do you do?” Instead we will say, “What story are you trying to tell?”
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I’m a proud hillbilly, hailing from the Cumberland Mountains of East Tennessee.
I’m a multimedia artist with over 20 years in the entertainment business. I have been singing professionally since I age 6 and performing in professional theater since age 12.
In 2015 I produced my first full length album titled “Years of the Horse” and I toured it throughout the Southeast. I just finished producing my sophomore album which will be released November 2023.
My goal is to create a multisensory, immersive art experience that is ready for travel. I draw from personal experiences: heritage, religion, trauma, addiction, and ultimately- reconciliation. Growing up in Appalachia, I was deeply influenced by the unique cultural traditions and religious norms, beliefs, and practices of the region.
My general practice is to let the message pick the medium. I explore the complexities and contradictions of my own spiritual journey and how that interacts with the broader societal issues facing our community. My work often touches on trauma and healing, drawing on her my experiences with religious institutions to explore the intersection of faith and identity.
Despite the challenging subject matter, my art slouches toward hope and resilience. These are reflections and projections- an ongoing commitment to exploring art’s alchemy. Through art, I seek to understanding and freedom and I genuinely hope to help others to create a space in themselves for dialogue and reflection. I invite you to to engage with deep and powerful explorations of a mountain woman’s heart.
