Maria began writing poetry early in 2004, and painting soon after that, primarily in acrylics. Her imagery and subject matter originated in her writing, and have evolved into a unique, surreal style. She is also a silversmith, and spends her days in her studio creating rings, pendants, bracelets, and other jewelry pieces when she's not painting. Her original paintings and jewelry can be found for purchase at www.etsy.com/shop/dandelionforge. Custom pieces she has made in the past, as well as galleries of her paintings, can be found at...more
