“I find that even if I don’t feel creative when I sit down to work,” she says, “once I start working on something, I feel better.” That’s a concept her customers can understand, as Riley’s art, brimming with beribboned bouquets, fanciful animals, and cheery themes, is an instant mood booster. Her personal philosophy, “I believe in the goodness and beauty in the world,” shines through in every dainty brushstroke.
