“My objective is to make art that is equally therapeutic in process as the end result. As art lives in spaces inhabited by humans, I am compelled to produce paintings with the capacity to improve the mental well-being of the viewer.” Finding solace in art making, Emily explores a variety of mediums including painting, collage and embroidery. Her current work of acrylic landscape paintings depict vibrant terrains emphasizing color with multiple layers of brushstrokes. Emily earned a BFA in painting from the University of Northern Iowa in 2006. Her professional experience includes retail gallery management, art production, and marketing. She works out of her home studio in Clive, Iowa where she resides with her husband and son. When painting, she is most pleased with a cup of coffee and the company of her cat, Fox.