Artist Life

Artist Life

No blueprint, no guarantees: against all odds!

By |2024-09-14T13:46:22+02:00September 14th, 2024|Artist Life|

Is it hard to be an artist? Is living off your art as a single mom difficult? These are questions I get asked often. My answer? Yes and no. When I started this journey, I didn’t have a blueprint. I didn’t have a crystal-clear idea of what I was going to create, nor how I was going to make a living out of it. All I knew was that I wanted to be an artist, but the path ahead was uncertain. Ten years ago, I switched careers. I left behind the familiarity of my previous life to venture [...]

Embracing Discomfort to Achieve Success: My Journey

By |2024-10-31T23:14:07+01:00September 2nd, 2024|Art, Artist Life|

Success—what does it really mean? Is it about wealth, status, or something deeper? For me, it’s about freedom—the freedom to live without the constraints of society’s expectations. But achieving this freedom isn’t just about hard work. If it were, everyone would be successful. It’s about something more, something most of us avoid: stepping out of our comfort zones. Our comfort zones are like warm blankets that shield us from the world. They make us feel safe but also hold us back from growth. Whether it’s endlessly scrolling through social media, binge-watching TV shows, or sticking to familiar routines, [...]

How to Break Out of Your Comfort Zone to Achieve Your Dreams

By |2024-10-31T15:23:35+01:00August 25th, 2024|Artist Life|

Yesterday, as I was walking outside, something caught my eye—a small sprout breaking through the top of the soil. It was a simple, natural occurrence, but it made me pause and reflect. Think about it: how challenging must it be for that sprout to muster the strength to leave the comforting soil behind? The earth is like a warm, protective cocoon, shielding it from the harsh elements of the world. Yet, despite the challenges—rain, wind, fluctuating temperatures, and even threats from insects and birds—many sprouts not only survive but thrive, blossoming into beautiful flowers or towering trees. This [...]

A Creative Day to Remember: Nicole’s Private Art Class Experience

By |2024-08-19T12:15:31+02:00August 18th, 2024|Art, Artist Life|

Today was one of those magical days that remind me why I love what I do. Nicole, a talented goldsmith with a passion for creating meaningful jewelry, joined me for a private art class. Together, we embarked on a creative journey to paint a portrait that would blend her vision with my artistic style—resulting in a masterpiece that was truly one-of-a-kind. We started the day the best way possible—with coffee, of course! As we sipped our warm cups, we dove into a discussion about what Nicole wanted to capture in her painting. We talked about her favorite colors, [...]

Embracing Camp – A Personal Journey to Artistic Expression

By |2024-08-16T23:21:16+02:00August 16th, 2024|Art, Artist Life|

As an artist, I often get compliments about my art, people say there's something about my work that consistently captivates them. They often describe it as elegant and stylish. But I think there's another layer to it; a playful edge that embodies camp! This campy sensibility has been with me since childhood when I delighted in dressing up with petticoats, shiny shoes, and quirky hair accessories. Even then, I was drawn to the slightly eccentric, a style that was bold but never crossed the line into the bizarre. Dress Up and Play Growing up, I always felt the [...]

A Productive Summer: Creativity in Full Bloom

By |2024-08-11T22:02:03+02:00August 11th, 2024|Art, Artist Life|

This summer has been incredibly productive for me. Ideas are flowing, and I've been creating a lot of new work. I’m enjoying the luxury of dedicating so much time to my art because the warm weather allows me to fully relax. With the doors open, I’m savoring the joy of working and painting in this open, airy environment. I’ve created many new pieces, and I invite you to take a look at my 2024 collection page—there’s already quite a bit to explore. Among these new works, I’ve developed a new series focusing solely on eyes amidst flowers. This [...]

From portfolio building to Business building: A journey of Development and Inspiration leading to success

By |2024-08-03T19:06:22+02:00August 3rd, 2024|Art, Artist Life|

Twenty years ago, I embarked on my career as a make-up artist, often collaborating on free work projects to build my portfolio. One such collaboration in 2005 brought me together with Nastassia, a semi-professional model, and a novice photographer. We were all in our mid-twenties, full of ambition and dreams, creating beautiful work together. Little did we know that our paths, though diverging, would cross again in the most inspiring ways. Nastassia and I lost touch after those initial photoshoots. We only knew each other through our shared collaborations with photographers. Life took us in different directions. Some [...]

What Can Artists Learn from Sabrina Carpenter?

By |2024-07-03T08:51:10+02:00July 3rd, 2024|Art, Artist Life|

"I'm working late, 'cause I'm a singer..."🎤 Sabrina Carpenter is currently a major star in the entertainment world, with her latest single "Espresso" topping the charts, performances at Coachella, and a recent stint opening for Taylor Swift's Eras tour. While some might view her as an overnight success, her journey has been anything but. Let’s explore some valuable lessons that artists can learn from Sabrina Carpenter’s rise to fame, and how these insights can be applied to your art career. Embrace the Journey to Stardom Building a successful art career takes time, dedication, and patience, much like Sabrina [...]

A Journey of Passion and Excellence

By |2024-07-02T15:08:46+02:00July 2nd, 2024|Art, Artist Life|

I wanted to take a moment to share a bit about my artistic journey and the incredible support I've received along the way. Art has always been my passion, and capturing the essence of modern muses through my portraits has been a dream come true. From the early days, I’ve poured my heart into every piece, striving for excellence and perfection in every brushstroke. My goal has always been to create art that resonates deeply, evoking beauty, confidence, and elegance. I am deeply honored that my work has found its way into the homes of art lovers around [...]

How Painting Transformed My Life

By |2024-06-30T22:04:13+02:00June 30th, 2024|Art, Artist Life|

Life has a way of throwing curveballs at us, often leaving us feeling stuck, uninspired, and unfulfilled. Whether it's the monotony of a job we despise, the loneliness amplified by endless scrolling through social media, or the overwhelming sense of not living our true purpose, these feelings are all too common. The pandemic brought many of these emotions to the surface for countless individuals, but for some, these dark clouds of sadness, anxiety, and hopelessness lingered far longer. I know this struggle intimately. As a single mother raising two children, I left behind a thriving business that I [...]

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