Maria Yozamp is a self taught artist whose abstract paintings explore the crossroads of our spiritual selves and our earthly experience. She uses visual language to express the intangible aspects of life, focusing on themes of memory, transition, and connections to God, loved ones, and the natural world. Her work explores her personal journey and spiritual reflections.

Inspired by ancient rock art—such as cave paintings, pictographs, and petroglyphs—Maria appreciates how art, even in its most primitive forms, transcends time and continues to communicate. Her process involves layering textures and colors to evoke the passage of time on a surface. She employs personal mark-making and symbols to convey subconscious feelings and thoughts. Symbols like orbs, ribs, and lines that indicate journeys or connections frequently appear in her work. Maria embraces an element of spontaneity that surprise and delight her..

A proud mama and nana to five beautiful grandchildren, Maria resides in northern Idaho with her husband. She continually draws inspiration from her faith, family, and natural surroundings.