Meet Elizabeth Gorcey | Artist, Entrepreneur & Philanthropist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Elizabeth Gorcey and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi elizabeth, as a parent, what do you feel is the most meaningful thing you’ve done for them?
As a parent, it’s easy to want to guide our children towards paths we think will be best for them, hoping they’ll be happy, successful, and fulfilled. But one of the greatest gifts we can give our kids isn’t a pre-determined path—it’s the space and freedom to discover their own.

I want my child to explore her creativity, her curiosity, and her passions, without feeling pressured to choose just one. I want her to understand that the world is full of possibilities and that her voice can take shape in many ways: through painting, singing, writing, or composing music. Each of these creative outlets offers a unique way of expressing herself and understanding the world around her.

From the moment she could hold a crayon, we’ve encouraged her to create. The walls of our home are decorated with colorful drawings, and the living room is often filled with the sounds of her singing along to her favorite songs or playing on the piano. I’ve never tried to push her towards one particular form of expression—if she picks up a brush, a pen, or a musical instrument, I support it. It’s about helping her discover what sparks joy in her, without worrying if it fits into a specific category.

Writing poetry was one of the first things that really seemed to capture her imagination. There’s something magical about watching her words flow onto a page, her feelings turned into metaphors and rhymes. Poetry gave her a language for emotions she couldn’t always express with just words.

Likewise, her fascination with music led her to composing her own songs—a beautiful mix of melodies and words that reflect her growing understanding of who she is. Sometimes, it’s just a simple tune, other times it’s a full arrangement. But each piece is a glimpse into her inner world.

I don’t push her to be perfect or to follow any set rules. There’s no right or wrong way to create. I want her to know that it’s okay to make mistakes, to fail, and to try again. I want her to embrace the beauty of imperfection. The important thing is that she’s exploring, expressing, and most importantly, learning about herself.

When I watch her experiment with new forms of creativity, I’m reminded of my own childhood and how discovering what I loved shaped me. I want her to have that same sense of freedom—to know that her passions might evolve over time, and that’s okay. One day, she might be an artist; another day, she might be a songwriter. Or maybe she’ll be both. The possibilities are endless.

What matters most to me is that she feels confident in expressing her true self. I hope she knows that, no matter what path she chooses, her voice matters and deserves to be heard.

Let’s talk shop? Tell us more about your career, what can you share with our community?
Creativity has been the pulse of my life, an energy that flows through every medium I touch. From acting to writing, directing to painting, my artistic journey is one of reinvention, resilience, and profound connection to the world. It’s as though I have been continually exploring the many facets of expression, each form a mirror to a different part of my soul.

For years, I brought stories to life on stage and screen—through acting, and became other people; with writing, I shaped worlds and characters; as a director, I orchestrated entire visions, guiding others to see the world through my lens. These experiences were not just about making art—they were about transformation. The craft wasn’t merely a job or a hobby; it was the way to understood myself and the world around me.

Yet, despite the richness of these experiences, it was in the act of painting that I truly found a deep, raw connection to my spirit. Returning to the canvas after a long pause was a homecoming of sorts—a reconnection with something essential within me. It’s no coincidence that I picked up the brush again during a time of profound personal challenge, when life threw me an unexpected curveball in the form of a tumor that took sight from one of my eyes. And yet, in the face of this adversity, I didn’t retreat; I leaned in.

Painting with one eye became not just an act of defiance against the limitations of the body, but a deeper perception itself. The absence of full sight did not hinder my creativity; rather, it sharpened a new kind of vision—a vision where intuition, feeling, and the subconscious became my guides. The canvas, I discovered, has its own voice, its own direction. And sometimes, the painting seems to lead me, where the brush should go, where the color should live.

Through oil paints, I translated the essence of what I could not put into words or expressions that had no words.onto the canvas. My return to painting was not just about picking up an old passion. It was about finding a new way to create. A new way to see. A new way to be in the world.

In many ways, this chapter in my life represents more than just the act of creating. It’s the embodiment of resilience—the ability to turn something painful into something profound. It’s about embracing limitations not as roadblocks, but as invitations to innovate, to adapt, to push the boundaries of what’s possible. It’s about redefining the creative process itself, finding beauty in imperfection, and knowing that sometimes, the art you create is a direct reflection of the artist you are: ever-evolving, ever-growing, and never truly bound by the limits of circumstance.

I am a creator in every sense of the word, someone who has never stopped reinventing themselves, finding new outlets to express what words alone cannot say.

To me creativity is a force that cannot be stifled. It flows, it shifts, it finds new paths—sometimes in the darkest of times. And it’s this spirit, this unyielding devotion to the process of creation, defines my work and my journey as an artist.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
Breakfast at Vita’s in Culver City
Stop by the local bookstore a block away
Head to L.A. Louver Gallery in Venice – it’s more like a mini museum
Head over to Beverly Hills Juice for a mixed green juice
Stop at LACMA to see the current exhibitions
Drive through the Palisades and PCH to see the unreal historical destruction/devastation
Stop at Erewhon for a some take out food and a peanut butter blast (over priced but so yummy) and head to Santa Monica beach to eat the food.
Maybe go to an escape room or perhaps a movie then sushi dinner.
Oh of course take Butters, the Boxer for many walks throughout the day.

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
My daughter, Liv Amiri is my inspiration. We developed a children’s book series together called ‘Liv On Life’. Watching her grow is a joy.

Zhenya Gerhman my art mentor taught me to embrace the artist within me and have that freedom of expression.

And of course Martin. He loves that I paint!

Website: https://www.elizabethgorcey.com

Instagram: @elizabeth_gorcey_art

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Image Credits
I took the photos