Stories and art to renew your sanctuary.
Welcome to my nook, as I affectionately call my tiny creative space. If you were sitting here alongside me, you'd see the stacks of books, fabric, spools of thread, yarn, and so much more. It's rather cozy.
As a bona fide writer and artist, I truly believe that books, art, or other forms of creativity, are driving forces behind evolution. Not simply in a scientific or biological sense, but in a sacred manner.
My stories, and soon-to-be available art pieces, are here to be rooting, empowering, and soul-stirring, for you and the place you call a sanctuary. Grab a mug of your favorite beverage and stay a while.
Some WLW fantasy books for your collection.
From the Pacific Northwest, Evie McGee was still trying to live a responsible life. The kind of life where so many are told how to be successful and "adult," as though it's a verb. She has her writing career and is trying to make the best of being back home.
Then fate comes to her doorstep.
Relatable and empowering, this series reminds us all to find hope in times of darkness and despair, while embracing our ever-lasting gifts.
PS) Book 3 is in the works. Stay tuned!
A letter from Virginia.
B.S. in History | M.S.W.-C.S.W/P.I.P. | Dog Mama | INFJ
Art has accompanied me through life’s journeys, as a companion, a challenger, a soothing presence, and an everlasting explorer.
As one who is a visionary, sometimes I get lost in the push-and-pull of humanity, wondering, “Why can’t we evolve or progress now? What’s stopping the collective?” Admittedly, it can feel heavy, but creating is a medicine for myself and many others. It aids in the pause, the breath, and the unveiling, of internal and external work. The work we need to do on this Earth, in tandem with nature.
Sacredness is how I make my choices in life now, using nature’s rhythms and inspiration. And I try to embrace each step of the artistic and written process—for I am a writer as well—with that sacred intention. The intention of being with the medium and the craft, not as a tool user, but as a reciprocal maker.
Reciprocity with Spirit, if you will. And as sages, we all have the opportunity to find our roots in what sings to us.
The seen and unseen aspects of nature-based anything astound me and draw me near. Some might call it symbolic, mystical, or intuitive, creativity, but I like to think of my vocation as allowing the subject(s), and the Cosmos, to speak to me from concept to the final detail.
When others see and seek my work, I want them to feel like their soul is opening, not just pulling them closer to pieces of art or books, in the physical or digital sense. I want them to see themselves and their essence mirrored in color, tone, and empowerment. I want them to see what sets them apart, and what cherishes and holds them in times of both light and darkness.
Each stroke of ink, word typed, pigment blooming, and unique texture, is a portal, a moment of decision. Not just from my head, but from my heart and soul.
When you see or read my works, may you embrace the sage in you.
More art coming soon.
This painting is called “A Shoreline Greeting,” completed in watercolor, gouache, and ink, on October 3rd, 2025.
I shared some of the backstory about this piece to my email list, but suffice it to say that I like to embrace both energies. Bears remind me to take up space and rest as needed. And I appreciate how frogs sing their songs and make their homes in wild spaces or gardens.
This 11″x16″ painting has already been claimed, but don’t worry–the inventory is building right now after a few ah-ha moments during Winter.
Come back soon to find a piece that sings to your spirit or one that will bring magic to your home. Or sign up for the email list to get up-to-date announcements on when new art launches.
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The guide behind the creativity.
Virginia is, straight up, very good people. She is warm, empathetic, engaging, and effective.
By effective, I mean that she is a fierce advocate for the social work profession, for women, and for equality in our society generally.
My professional network is stronger simply because Virginia is a part of it. I have no doubt many others would say the same (she’s a great networker). Virginia is super groovy, and I recommend her in just about any way it’s possible to do so.
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