The Nutcracker
Welcome to the “Nutcracker” corner of my website!
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
I grew up dancing at the Dallas Ballet Center, so getting to bring these Nutcracker sculptures and ornaments back to the place where it all began has felt like coming home. Each piece is a little love note to the dancers, teachers, and families who make December sparkle.
What started as a tiny experiment has become a yearly tradition - simple, minimal sculptures inspired by the Nutcracker characters I’ve loved since childhood. They’re now available for studios, dancers, and anyone who wants a touch of ballet joy in their home.
Most importantly, this journey into ballet is one of the steps that led me to know the Lord, and it is through Him that I am able to create. I pray that His glory is reflected in everything I do!
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
Exciting things are coming: Our 2026 Nutcracker lineup is in the works, bringing all the beloved characters to life. Stay tuned for holiday surprises!
This was created with love for Nutcracker mice and moms everywhere! :)