I have been creating artwork and showing it for most of my life. I have done portraits in chalk at festivals and painted at live events. Most of my work is for sale at stores or on sites like eBay and Etsy (online) but I do live events like outdoor shows as well.I have been doing the Lake County MDCA Art Strolls for the past year where we set up for an evening of art,, music and entertainment every other month. My Blog http://mtyokawonis.blogspot.com I have an online portfolio at http:www.artwanted.com/marthayokawonis Sites list shows, awards, and other arts related activities. For more complete details I have my complete resume posted on my blog http://mtyokawonis.blogspot.com and athttp://www.artwanted.com/marthayokawonis I have only ever wanted to be an artist and painter. I have studied with Internationally known artist Charles Reid at Ringling School of Art & Design in Sarasota Florida several times.I conducted research for the Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale on