It all began when back in middle school when I got about 10 packs of canvases for Christmas. As my imagination burst with colors of endless possibility, I began painting them every which way. My hand dragged some of my mom's Sharpies she had lying around, as letters were formed and something NEW was created. At the time I called it exploration, but now I can see that it was, after all, art all along.

I quickly learned after creating these silly little doodles, that people actually wanted to buy them. Throughout my early teenage years, I started marketing off of my parents' Facebook accounts as family-friends placed custom orders. With the help of social media, most of my commissions came through direct messages. I was astounded by how many people wanted my handwriting on their wall - how could this be?!

In 2019, I officially launched Kind Hearted Creations, my first LLC. Over the past five years or so, I have been blessed with the chance to make this my "full-time job" throughout high school, and now college.

I have since rebranded my business into Art By Emma, LLC. My prayer for this platform is that it can be a personable and faith-filled place where you can find joy in my artwork.

Through this website, I have begun to broaden my horizons. It is my hope that “By Emma” can encompass all that I do. Create art in the studio, design graphics on my computer, and let the Holy Spirit move my hand as I try to keep up with writing prayers and reflections.

Thank you to everyone who has supported me, my dreams, and my business. I wouldn't be where I am without you, and because of you, I get to do what I love every single day!