Hillsley Art

 The roots of Hillsley Art began when I was growing up in Michigan. My passion for patterns and designs played out in drawing elaborate plants and flowers that my cousin and I lovingly referred to as "Moon Flowers".

I casually played with my techniques over the years as I pursued my love of teaching and education. Then, my life took an abrupt left turn with the passing of my long time partner and husband. As I began the bumpy journey through grief and the redesign of my life I clung to my art as my path through the storm. My life-long love of intricate patterns and designs led to my current art form and served as a gateway for the release of all the feelings and emotions that flooded my mind.

I designed a series of abstract water color paintings representing my journey and then decided to customize them for a close friend who was going down a similar path. That's when I realized that my work could serve as a source of comfort and expression for others.
It has been a little over eight years now since my life took that left turn and I am delighted to be able to offer some comfort and support for others as we all travel through the challenges and celebrations of life.

If you are experiencing challenges (who isn't???) or know someone who is, take a look at the acrylic paintings and watercolor paintings shown in the catalog and find one that speaks to you. It can serve as a reminder of how far you have come or an inspiration reminding you of where you can go! 

If you are interested in prints or printing paintings on various objects, go to: http://www.anita-hillsley.pixels.com