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About

Welcome to Essence of Hockey!

We are here to celebrate women's sports through art, capturing the energy, excitement, and creativity of hockey and other sports in ways that resonate with everyone.

Whether you're a player, fan, or just love cool art, you'll find pieces that speak to you.

Enjoy exploring!

Warmly,

Bahar - Creative Director and Artist

Follow Bahar @baharespiritu

'In 2023, I co-founded the Essence of Hockey Online Gallery to showcase my art and celebrate the beauty of sports through art, starting with women in hockey and expanding to women in all sports. My mission is to bring these powerful stories to life in all spaces like galleries, museums, exhibitions, hotels, restaurants, airports, arenas, and homes, making women’s sports a visible and celebrated part of everyday life. Art is a universal language, and I want it to spark conversations about women in sports everywhere.' -Bahar

Meet the Team

  • Bahar Espiritu

    Creative Director and Artist

    With 17+ years in creative content and experience design, Bahar channels her passion for art to capture bold moments in sports on canvas and digital media.

  • Nate Espiritu

    Director of Logistics and Advisor

    With 19+ years of global supply chain leadership, Nate brings deep expertise in logistics operations, driving efficiency and scalability to ensure the smooth shipping of artworks worldwide.

  • Emma Salehi

    Associate Director and Gallery Support

    With 15+ years in art administration and customer support, Emma blends creative insight with operational expertise to lead exceptional gallery experiences.