12 My Dream Of Becoming A Full-Time Artist Came True, And Here Are My Embroidery Artworks That I Created

With the beginning of Covid, along with many others, I was looking for a job change. I decided to try my hand at going after my dream job of being a full-time artist! This journey has been so rewarding in the short time that I've been working for it. I was even fortunate enough to be interviewed on the radio for the first time!

My work combines acrylic painting and hand embroidery to create unique and colorful landscapes in a variety of sizes. I realize that I apparently like to create many lake/ocean-themed pieces for someone afraid of water.

The time it takes to create each one varies, depending on the size or type of scene, it can range from 4 hours to 14 for the larger pieces.

I really enjoy being able to make things with my hands, and the healing that it brings to me. I still have more to learn, but I hope you all enjoy them as well!

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#1 Polar Bear, Polar Bear. What Do You See? (8in.)

After I graduated from college I no longer had access to the same resources and studio space that I had previously. So I began searching for ideas for smaller projects I could do at home. During this time I came across some videos of people combining watercolor and embroidery and thought I could try my hand at it. I quickly realized watercolor was beyond my comfort level, and decided to see how embroidery would work with acrylic paint, I quickly fell in love and now here we are. 

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It’s a unique process, and I enjoy working with/watching each piece develop through the different stages. Depending on the size of the piece and how complex the scenery is, it could take anywhere from 4 hours to 48 hours for the largest ones. 

#4 Desert Sunrise (8in.)

#5 Care For A Swim? (14in.)

I’m really quite thankful I found this art form and am able to do it full-time since it’s been such a good outlet for me mentally. In the time since I started making embroidery, I have been diagnosed with both PTSD and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Making these colorful scenes provides me with a safe space to process and express my thoughts and emotions, whether they’re good or bad. In the end, I feel better and I get to see a pretty piece of art.

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I really hope people also find joy in my work. I believe many of the pieces I make can be cheerful and/or peaceful, and I hope this carries on to others. In the end, I want it to be something they can look at and make them smile.

For now, I’m going to keep on making. I have quite a few markets lined up throughout the rest of the year, and earlier this week found out I was accepted to be a part of our state fair! I’m very excited to keep making my art and hopefully see it grow.

#8 Purple Rain (6in.)

#9 Sailing In The Moonlight (14in.)

#10 Friendly Forest Folk (14in.)

#11 Dinos! (4in.)

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