I popped by FCA Toronto's SPRING THAW art exhibition and seeing my 1st Place Award made it real! I am truly honoured and grateful but I have to say, the entire exhibit at Art of Emotions Gallery is strikingly beautiful! If you plan on being in the area, please do stop by and browse this gem of a gallery on Oakwood Avenue in Toronto!

I am truly honoured! I just read on Facebook that my painting won First Place in the FCA Toronto, Spring Thaw Exhibition! When I submit to shows, I never think in terms of awards because for me it's all about the artwork and the excitement of exhibiting. However, when they come along, I'm truly humbled and grateful. This is extra meaningful to me because I paint things that I love and this sliver belonged to my great grandparents, then passed along to my grandmother and the