HEIDIARTZY

Heidi Davis (aka Heidiartzy)

Davis began writing short stories at the early age of eight and continued writing stories and poetry throughout high school. At the age of seventeen, Davis's poetry was published in the United States Library of Congress Anthology, Forever and a Day. While working in a law firm, Davis graduated from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Behavior and Information Technology. Davis continued her graduate education at Barry University School of Law in Orlando, Florida, earning a Juris Doctor degree. 

While working with writers and artists in the entertainment industry, Davis began to work on various literary works. Davis created the Stanley Stray children’s book series to entertain children, while teaching valuable life lessons.  The first book in the series, Inviting Stanley Stray, was praised by Marvel Comic founder, Stan Lee, creator of  Spider-Man, Black Panther, X-Men, Iron Man, Thor, Daredevil, Doctor Strange, the Hulk, and more.  Davis, in partnership with Teach for America and AmeriCorps, worked as a Viral /In-Person Lead Instructor.  Currently, Davis is participating in the countrywide Stanley Stray Book Tour to promote the love of literacy. 

Davis began painting as a coping mechanism to get through a diagnosis of severe Rheumatoid Arthritis that left her bedridden and unable to walk independently for years.  During the artshow, Davis hopes to bring more awareness to the complications of Rheumatoid Arthritis and the many support organizations and healthcare options that are available to help people struggling with this disease.  She hopes her artwork can inspire and touch everyone that views the collection.