Welcome to Hibiscus Studio, where my mission is to bring joy and comfort to people through the power of art—in my case, hand-painted black-and-white photography. Each piece begins as a black-and-white image, which I print on various art and watercolor papers, or birch and maple wood panels, then hand-paint using oil paints, chalks, pastels, watercolors, acrylic dyes and pencils.

My love for the ocean led me to work in nature conservation, which led me to photograph flowers, seascapes and landscapes. Through my art, I aim to spark the same sense of wonder and connection that first drew me to nature, and invite viewers to pause, reflect and reconnect. More recently, my work with the Red Cross and Alliance of Therapy Dogs has led me to paint adorable pet portraits.

I hope my art using this special technique captures your heart and mind as it has done mine.

Toni has worked as a professional writer and photographer with a focus on nature, arts and culture. Her award-winning photography has been published internationally, commissioned by individuals, government agencies and private museums, exhibited in galleries and other public venues around the world, and appeared in movies and books.