Whether it’s painting, running off in the desert with a camera, or photographing people, I love to make art. My educational background is in Art (I was actually a sculpture major), Geology, and Spanish. I spent a lot of time camping and doing field work in the desert and the mountains as a geologist. During school I spent 5 months living in Oaxaca for an immersive language program, where I was inspired by the vibrant colors in Mexican art.

I live in New Mexico, which is beautiful everywhere you look. I'm fascinated by color, texture, and the natural world. Much of my work is inspired by color, joy, and a spiritual connection to animals and nature..

It means so much to me that you're here looking at my art. For information about paintings or prints of either paintings or photographs, please contact me via email at hi@messyraven.com

Some originals and prints of paintings shown here are available for purchase in the online shop. This isn’t all of it and much of this work is sold. I’m so grateful for the support. <3