Lisa

"THE OTHER SIDE OF ME"-

Tomorrow, I will fear less and hope more. Definitely eat less and chew more. No more whining as I begin to breathe more and talk less while saying much more.

CREATING- Provides an opportunity to release thoughts rarely shared. It allows me to keep moments in time, whether good or bad, that can't ever be taken away.

TRUE STORY- Growing up, I couldn't paint a stick. I literally woke up one day after returning from Desert Storm, realizing that I had tapped into a creative side I never knew existed.

I create my impressions of various facial and body expressions that express emotion .without speaking a word.

I consider my style to be an eclectic mix of expressionism and realism with multi-layered images that often project a three-dimensional quality. This is true even with the Sip and Shots glasses.

MOMENTS

- Commissioned by the Pentagon to produce a commemorative piece called "Honor" in honor of those who lost their lives in the 9/11 tragedy. Today, "Honor" still hangs in The Pentagon.

-Partnering with Men of Code for nearly ten years tackling lessons on positive male leadership and healthy relationships with Friendship Collegiate Academy and Ballou High School football team.

- Witnessing the full transformation of two domestic violence victims who became strong Survivors.

- Joining the military and experiencing various events that occurred while serving in Desert Storm.

- Through fundraising, arts, and donations raising more than 100k for various non-profits.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH-The journey of becoming an avid supporter of both domestic violence victims as well as community programs geared towards youth development, has created a determination to help raise awareness and to recognize the importance of volunteering.

CURRENT AND PAST PARTNERS & BENEFICIARIES- Youth, Domestic Violence Victims & Survivors, 2017 Washington National Park-Fans three session appreciation event, Men of Code, Becky’s Fund, Mobile Hope, Ballou High School, Friendship Collegiate Academy, Walter Johnson High School, RFK Human Rights Org, Life Pieces to Masterpieces, MAYA Foundation, Inc, Habitat and Humanity, DC Martin Luther King Memorial Project, Hoop Dreams, Greater Washington Area Chapter Women Bar Association, wvsarts

How I Release

-Fine Art Commission Specialist-based on responses to questionnaire and consultation a painting is created in either glass, wood illusion or texture.

-Creating Gourmet Edible Glasses-http://sipandshotus.com