Hello! I’m Erika, the artist behind Catchlight Sketches, based in sunny Orlando, Florida (USA).

For as long as I can remember, I’ve loved to draw. As a child, I’d lose myself for hours sketching faces, animals, and anything that caught the light just right. But when it came time to choose a career, I was torn; I loved art as much as I loved math and science. Engineering won out, and for over two decades I focused my creativity on solving problems and designing systems.

In 2025, I retired from engineering and returned to something even more fundamental to who I am: making art. Graphite quickly became my favorite medium. It’s simple, honest, and portable enough to take anywhere — even in the car line while waiting for my kids after school! 

I’m fascinated by details like the glint in an animal’s eye, the soft tilt of a head, and the mischievous look of a dog giving side-eye. Those little moments of connection are what I try to capture in every piece.

I began accepting commissions in 2025 and would love to share more of my work with you or help you bring a special moment or loved one to life through art.

Website:         https://www.catchlightsketches.com/

Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/catchlightsketches/
Facebook:      https://www.facebook.com/catchlightsketches/

Email:          catchlightsketches@gmail.com