Erica Messer is a multi-talented artist and entrepreneur based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Her creative work spans illustrating children's books, painting custom pet portraits, designing her own fabrics, and crafting original sewn pieces. Erica began her self-guided artistic journey in August 2020 and quickly gained recognition, selling dozens of original paintings. She later refined her skills under the mentorship of Anne Pincus and went on to earn a Fine Arts Certificate from Akthof Art Academy in Munich, Germany. She also studied at the prestigious Salzburg Summer Art Academy, founded by painter Oskar Kokoschka.
In addition to her work as an artist, Erica is the CEO of *Wolfie’s Wish*, an award-winning company dedicated to pet loss support. She is also the founder of *Ecstasy Artisanals*, a wellness brand offering clean, nutrient-rich cacao products and healthy snacks. A sought-after harpist, Erica performs regularly for both intimate gatherings and public events.
She shares her home with her husband and three beloved fur babies. Erica is actively involved in the Lymelight Foundation and participates in Silicon Valley Open Studios. Committed to wellness and creativity, she leads a clean and sober lifestyle—and doesn’t watch TV, preferring instead to channel her time and energy into meaningful work and joyful living.
