Garmey, featured in Reverie&Alchemy, creates work in a variety of media approaches including sculpture, encaustics, book arts, embroidery, and cut paper. She explores the natural world with a sense of whimsy, curiosity, and love towards all things natural, and is inspired by her collections of natural objects and taxidermy. Garmey received a BFA and MFA from Maryland Institute College of Art, and an MA in painting from Purdue University of Indiana. She teaches at Maryland Institute College of Art.