About
I was introduced to art at a young age, and found myself doodling more in school than anything else. Although I have gone on to achieve an executive career in Human Resources to support my family, art has always been a driving force and a happy place throughout my life. Artists and people who love art, are my people. When I became a mother, it became even more important for me to push more towards my true passions. I have since dedicated more focused time to learning and sharing my gifts in the arts. Currently, we live in a lovely home in San Diego with our family and our fluffy animals. I recently fulfilled my lifetime goal of writing and illustrating my first children's book. You can purchase it on this site!
Our Mission
To bring more color, joy, and sparkle to the world! JMD focuses on positivity and hope. We believe in dreaming big! We are curly, swirly, and playful.
Our Vision
JMD wants to ignite joy and happiness with our art, products,
and education. Our creations are filled with hope, whimsy, and colors to make you smile and bring warmth to your heart. We are here to also remind you that ANYTHING is possible if you believe in yourself and work hard. Our goal is to create products and spaces for creating, learning, and connecting.
Our Values
We believe in positive energy and kindness
We value greatly integrity and character
We focus on the good things in life
We believe that love and connection can change the world
Currently:
Private Lessons & Classes in my home studio
Shows or Participation:
Las Lagunas Art Gallery - 2024
"Abstract is Abstract" - HMVC Gallery New York - Juried 2023
"The Find" - Fallbrook art Center - Juried 2019-2020
"Creative Inspiration" - Fine Art Show -Fallbrook CA, Juried 2017
"Face to Face" - Fine Art Show - Carlsbad, CA, Juried 2017
Fallbrook Art Center 5th Annual Artists Guild Show - Juried 2016
NCCC - Artwork currently on Display 2016
Myrtle Creek Weekend Fair - 2016
"Abundant" - Fine Art Show - La Costa, CA, Juried 2016
"Rapid Eye Movement" - Fine Art Show - La Costa, CA, Juried 2015
LeucadiaART Walk 2013 & 2014
Education:
BA Visual and Performing Arts, Graphics/Multimedia Design - CSUSM
Fine Arts Program/Master level classes - Jewelry (metal smith studies), figure drawing - Loyola Marymount University
Jewelry design workshops - Farin O’Conner, Pasadena
Figure drawing and Animation - Animation InstituteFigure drawing and Animation - Animation Academy
Digital Design Certificates and Animation Certificates - U.C.S.D.
Glass blowing - Harmony Glassworks
Teaching:
JMD Studios
Cat and Craft - San Diego
Fallbrook School of the Arts Fallbrook Art Center
RELM wine and Bistro
Fancyart Design Studios
Nickelodeon Studios - Burbank CA,
Carlsbad Community Center
Creative Arts Center
Screenland Studios, Hollywood Fancyart Murals
Fancyart Designs
Fancyart Digital
Hope Elementary
Sassafras Creative Studio