About the Artist

A self-taught artist, Mikayla discovered a love for creating at a young age. Her artistic journey began with charcoal, graphite, and watercolor before eventually leading her to oil painting, a medium that allows her to capture the warmth, depth, and timeless feeling she seeks in each piece.

Based in Winchester, Virginia, Mikayla draws inspiration from the beauty of nature, but even more so from the spaces where art becomes part of everyday life. Before beginning a painting, she considers the home it will live in, the room it will transform, and the design style it will complement. Each piece is thoughtfully created with the intention of bringing warmth, character, and a collected feeling into a space.

Each original oil painting is paired with a vintage or antique frame chosen to enhance the mood and story of the artwork. The frame is never an afterthought. It is an extension of the painting itself, creating a timeless piece designed to be cherished and passed down as an heirloom.

Mikayla graduated from Virginia Tech with bachelor’s degrees in Marketing and Management, along with a minor in International Business. Growing up around her family’s custom home construction business sparked her appreciation for architecture, craftsmanship, and the way thoughtfully designed spaces can tell a story. Through her work in real estate with her family’s business, she continues to develop an understanding of how homes, interiors, and personal style come together to create meaningful spaces.

Through a blend of art, architecture, and interior design, Mikayla creates original oil paintings that are meant to feel at home wherever they are placed.