TOMA is an artist and explorer…

I explore the world through communication, travel, spirituality and creativity. The process of painting to me is like entering the door to a secret garden of my imagination. I express myself through my art in the most sufficient ways — my paintings tell the stories that my words cannot tell. Painting brings my inner self to the surface; exposes my sacred thoughts, feelings, and emotions to the world. I’m fascinated by the wondrous beauty of the world around me, by amazing souls who cross my path, by love, kindness, and by gratitude; which I practice every day, – and I share my stories with the world by expressing them through my art.  Art is my way of sharing a bit of myself with the world. I am blessed to be able to create something daily from my own home studio. Painting connects me to the universe and you can never be connected enough.

The Universe has gifted me in so many ways. Born and raised in the lovely city of Vinnitsa, Ukraine, I made my way to the United States over thirty years ago; eventually landing in sunny San Diego, CA. Living the Californian dream, I have had multiple experiences in my life that brought me to a deeper level of understanding and creativity. Painting brings my stories to life and eternalizes them. In a world full of chaos, I strive to create a respite remedy for the soul through my art.

— Tamara Lowder (TOMA)