LORI POWELL

I discovered my love for art at the age of 3 when I made my Dad a simple yet heartfelt gift during his hospital stay. Inside an envelope, I had placed cut pieces of blank white paper to express my love for him while he was recovering. Although it may not have been visually stunning, my gesture was driven by a deep longing for his presence, and his appreciation encouraged me to continue creating art... Throughout my childhood, my bedroom served as a haven for my artistic pursuits. I would spend countless hours drawing, painting, crafting, and experimenting with various materials, all with the intention of creating unique gifts for my family and friends. While most school subjects failed to capture my interest, visual arts consumed my thoughts. The concept of transforming a mere idea into a tangible creation fascinated me deeply.