Emma McCartney was born in Tuolumne, a small town in the California foothills near Yosemite National Park. Emma studied textile design and oil painting at a local community college and at the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandise. To Emma, art is a vital means of communication, self-expression, and connection. Drawing inspiration primarily from nature and emotion, she enjoys working across all mediums, with a particular fondness for oil, acrylic, and watercolor. Emma’s passions include being outdoors, playing music, and spending time with friends.