My Story – Shaping the Crazy

Using Art to Process Trauma

This blog is challenging to write but necessary to share. It’s a big part of my journey as an artist. When I was 18, I embarked on a new adventure far away from home. Three months in, I was sexually assaulted. I couldn’t find the words to express my anger, sadness, and shame, so IContinue reading “Using Art to Process Trauma”

How to Balance Your Job and Creative Pursuits

For many of us, the nine-to-five job is a necessary evil. It provides financial security and stability but can also be a grind that drains all our creative energy. And for me being a single mom with two teenage kids, I know finding creative time can be diffcult. So how can you make time forContinue reading “How to Balance Your Job and Creative Pursuits”

Making Art Out of Life’s Experiences

It is said that life is a journey, and as with any journey, sometimes you must stop along the way and take stock of your story. Such is the same when it comes to creating art. You must learn to trust yourself, be patient with the creative process, and look at what’s next. Let yourContinue reading “Making Art Out of Life’s Experiences”

Pursuing My Creative Passion, With My kids’ Support

My children often surprise me in the best ways. Recently, my son told me something I will never forget: he was proud of me for pursuing my creative passion and forging my own path into the art world. That moment made me reflect on how art shaped my life. My love affair with art startedContinue reading “Pursuing My Creative Passion, With My kids’ Support”

Shaping My Crazy

As a creative introvert, I’ve often felt my anxiety was an obstacle that prevented me from exploring my passion. But over the years, I’ve come to realize it’s also been what has made me successful as an artist. In this blog post, I will share my journey of learning to navigate life with anxiety andContinue reading “Shaping My Crazy”