I’m River!

I'm a soul fueled by creativity and spirituality. I feel most alive when I'm immersed in creating, journaling, and exploring the landscapes of the Pacific Northwest. The outdoors is where I find solace, inspiration, and a deep sense of connection to something greater than myself. My creative work revolves around words, fiber arts, photography, and paper-crafting.
My photography business began in 2013, while studying film photography. In 2023 I celebrated 10 years of working as a professional photographer, while also graduating from Eastern Oregon University with a Bachelors of Arts. Throughout my higher education journey I studied art, music, and writing. I currently work at a nature preschool, which has pulled together my love of the outdoors and guiding small humans through social-emotional growth. My dream is to attend graduate school and become an art therapist and counselor.
In 2022 I published my first collection of poetry “Holiest of Snacks” in the midst of becoming a divorced mom. That was such a balm for my heart! I am currently crafting my second poetry collection. Release date TBD.
I spend my free time traveling, writing, podcasting, finding thrift store treasures for my cozy home, and making art with my two wild and magical children.
Fun Facts:
~ My astrology “big three”: Taurus Sun, Cancer Moon, Scorpio Rising
~ I am ADHD and raising a neurodivergent child
~ For my day job I work at a nature preschool, where we are outdoors the entire school year regardless of weather conditions!
~ I grew up in a religious cult
~ I have a deaf Red Heeler
~ I plan to attend grad school for art therapy and counseling with an emphasis in children’s mental health
~ You’ve never had a better donut than the ones I make!
~ I co-host a podcast for women called Live Out Loud! You can find us on any podcast streaming platform!

My Guiding Principles

01. Creativity is an integral piece of healing

The act of creating has immense power to help us return to ourselves, move through old narratives and trauma, and see our bodies and selves in a new light.

02. Women need community

Through my journey of divorce, single motherhood, and discovering my soul purpose, I learned that women need spaces and support that inspire, uplift, and nurture who they truly are; my mission as a creator is to facilitate and hold space for other women to be seen and held as they take their journey.

03. It starts within

There is absolutely nothing in life that can bring us true peace, joy, fulfillment, or healing until we become deeply connected to ourselves. The love we cultivate within has the power to spill over into the world and heal others. This is the journey: expanding and continuously growing in ways that serve our soul, our loved ones, and our community.

04. You can change at any moment

It is never too late to make choices toward healing, growth, and connecting with your soul's purpose. Do you feel nudges from the universe? Are you feeling stuck and want to shift? You can make that choice and movement right now.

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