“My art is usually inspired by something I encounter during the day,” says Nadine Shillingford. “It could be a song, poem, story, even a somewhat insignificant event like someone laughing. Sometimes it’s an image on my social media timeline that triggers a thought or a memory. It varies.”

Officially, Nadine says she’s been drawing for about two years. “I wouldn't call myself a working artist since I have another career, but it is definitely the activity that brings me the most joy.”

 She describes her work as prolific, expressive, and absorbing. “I am inspired by people. I especially love expressions.”