The Nutcracker
Welcome to the “Nutcracker” corner of my website!
I’m thrilled you’ve found your way here! My professional art journey started with cut paper, but it has grown into something much more, thanks to a passion close to my heart: dance!
Celebrating Dance Through Art
Growing up, I danced at the Dallas Ballet Center, sharing the stage with friends and even my future brother-in-law (though we didn’t know it back then)! Now, returning to share my sculptures and ornaments at their Nutcracker performances feels beautifully full circle.
This project is a labor of love - a celebration of dancers, and the people who support them. It’s also my way of capturing the whimsy of ballet and honoring the artistry of dance. Lastly and most importantly, my journey into ballet also led me to know the Lord, whom I hope shines through everything I make!
Christina Ghiardi as Sugarplum Fairy, with Mate Szentes as her cavalier at DBC’s The Nutcracker, December 2023
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Expanding the Vision
This year, I’m excited to introduce even more products that continue this celebration of dance. Lord willing, in a week or two these goodies will be available here, offering you a new and special way to honor the dancers in your life!
Click here to see fun Instagram highlights from previous Nutcrackers!
More whimsical treasures like this are coming your way!