Press & Features
Making waves in Southwest Florida
As an artist based in beautiful Bonita Springs, Florida, I'm thrilled and humbled to see my custom paintings gaining recognition across local and regional media. My work celebrates the Gulf Coast's vibrant energy—bold colors, layered textures, and a sense of joyful escape—while remaining accessible for homes, offices, and collectors.
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Designing With Authenticity
Design + Decor The Florida Edition - Fall 2025 Issue is “A Love Letter to Florida” and takes a look at what it means to live beautifully and with intent when it comes to designing residences, distinctive architectural details, and the designers, builders, and artisans shaping the region’s built environment…
Monthly Art Walk continues at Promenade at Bonita Bay
Happenings Magazine - January 5, 2026 Promenade at Bonita Bay announces the continuation of its monthly Art Walk which takes place October through April. One of the artists at January’s Art Walk will be Candace Hayden, one of Southwest Florida’s most significant young artists. Her recognizable themes of landscapes and portraits of wildlife are enhanced by a wonderful complex combination of color…