Meet the artist

Sissi McLaughlin is a Florida based artist where she began her creative journey in 2015, embracing painting as a self-taught expression of emotion and faith. As a result of her former day-to-day life as a first responder, Sissi was driven by a desire to understand healing and human resilience. She earned a degree in mental health studies-an experience that deepened her awareness of trauma, healing, and the power of creative outlets.  In that process, she discovered that art had become her own form of therapy, offering a space for reflection and restoration. 

She balances her creative work with private sector pursuits, using her artistic gifts as a vehicle to uplift communities. Dedicated to making a positive social impact, she regularly donates her original artwork to local charities, silent auctions, and community events to raise both funds and awareness for mental health initiatives. 

You can often find her at the beach for sunrise easel sessions where the majority of her paintings begin. Through her art she aims to inspire hope, foster healing, and bring enduring beauty into the lives of others.