I never had formal art training. I always liked drawing and collage, but my curiosity in technology kept me as a software engineer. With caring for my mom's illness, the frustration and sadness lead me to needing self-expression of my emotions when I felt isolated during hardship. I've found self healing by swimming in open water, especially in San Francisco Bay where the water ranges from 50 to 65 Fahrenheit degrees throughout the year and at Brighton beach in New York City where I recently moved to and swam throughout the winter without a wetsuit. Cold water swimming helped me conquer my fear and embrace whatever challenge comes my way. Surrounding myself with nature in the middle of the chaotic New York City, I learned to be grateful, appreciate the positive things in life, and see beauty in simple things. I want to share what nature has taught me through my art and helping others to find their inner peace.