12/12/2024
It was sad to find out Cinnamon Cooney passed away unexpectedly on December 10. I used to paint with her videos before I got my business going. Our prayers to her family at this very difficult time. 🎨
It is with the heaviest of hearts that I share the devastating news of the passing of my beloved daughter, Cinnamon Cooney, known to so many as The Art Sherpa. Born on July 1, 1970, Cinnamon touched the lives of countless people with her extraordinary talent, warmth, and ability to teach art in a way that brought joy and creativity into homes worldwide. She passed on December 10, 2024, and the cause of her death is yet to be determined.
For the last decade, Cinnamon has dedicated her life to empowering others through art. Her YouTube channel, The Art Sherpa, became a beacon of hope, reaching over 745,000 subscribers and teaching thousands to paint. Her lessons were filled with kindness, humor, and encouragement, and she built a community of artists who felt like family.
Cinnamon is survived by her husband of 24 years, John Cooney, and their three beautiful children: Honey (20), Spider Jack (14), and Luna Bella (12). She loved her family fiercely and gave everything to create a better world for them and the artists she inspired.
As her mother, I can only say she was the kind of daughter every parent dreams of having—smart, funny, kind, and so full of love for her family and her community. Her loss leaves an unimaginable void in our hearts.
Cinnamon's YouTube channel was not only her passion but also her family's only source of income. To support John and the children during this heartbreaking time, a GoFundMe has been set up on her website: https://theartsherpa.com. Any contribution, no matter the size, would mean the world to her family.
Cinnamon brought hope, joy, and inspiration to so many, and we will forever carry her light in our hearts. Thank you for your love, your prayers, and your support during this incredibly difficult time.
We will provide a direct link to the GoFundMe page soon.
