How Motherhood Changed Me as an Artist
I never thought I would become a mother. I was an artist, focused on my work and my career. But then I had a daughter, and everything changed. She became the center of my world and my inspiration. Now, every painting includes her in some way. She has helped me to see the world in a whole new light. And for that, I am forever grateful.
How having a daughter has made me see the world differently
Before I had my daughter, I viewed the world as a place full of possibilities. I was constantly exploring and seeking out new experiences. But becoming a mother has changed my perspective. Now, I see the world through my daughter's eyes. And it is so much more beautiful and wonderous than I ever could have imagined. She has shown me that there is so much to be curious about and to laugh at. And above all, she has given me more motivation than ever before to make the world we live in better.
Finding balance between being a mother and pursuing my creative passions
Becoming a mother has given me an entirely new perspective when it comes to my creative passions. After my daughter was born, I realized that now I had to try and balance the time between being a parent and allowing myself to expand creatively. It's no easy feat, but I've adopted more of a “go with the flow” mindset which has helped me create harmony in my life as mother and artist. Time efficiency has become my best friend, finding small moments throughout the day where I can sneak in painting or drawing was necessary in order to fulfill both roles. Now, I cherish each and every moment to create something meaningful with her right by my side—sharing laughter, discovering new things together and exploring our inner-worlds through my artwork. It’s been a beautiful journey that I hope continues forever!
How I include my daughter in my creative process now
When my daughter was born, my creative process shifted. She's blessed my life and work in so many ways. I make sure I involve her in each step of the creative journey now, whether it's through playing around with textures or ideas while she hangs around me in the studio or directly including her in my paintings. Seeing her face light up when I get an idea and create something new is such a great feeling, and one that makes me strive to be creative every day. Being a mother has broadened my perspective as an artist, filling my work with a greater sense of purpose and love than ever before.
Building resilience and strength through creativity
Becoming a mother was the most transformative experience of my life, and not just in terms of my perspective as an artist. I decided to channel all of the feelings I had into creative outlets like painting, which really gave me strength and resilience both as a person and an artist. But the best part is that now I can use this creativity to bond with my daughter too, as every painting I create includes something special from her. Seeing how she reacts when she sees her own ideas celebrated on canvas motivates me to keep going no matter what obstacles lay ahead. With creativity reigns our ability to overcome anything!
How becoming a mother has changed my perspective as an artist
Becoming a mother has been a humbling and eye-opening experience. Not only has my life completely changed for the better, but I've also seen my creative practice shift in unexpected ways. The most noticeable difference has been how having my daughter by my side as I create has inspired me to use art to express my deepest thoughts and feelings. She's like a mini-me - strong-willed, curious and funny - so I make sure to include her in every painting I create now. Art is no longer just about making things look pretty; it's about making meaningful artwork that evokes emotion and encourages connection with the world around us.
Being a mom is the hardest thing I’ve ever done, but it’s also the most rewarding. It gives me strength I never knew I had and resilience to overcome any obstacle. Seeing my daughter grow and change everyday is a true gift. And being able to include her in my paintings is something that brings me so much joy. Becoming a mother has definitely changed my perspective as an artist—and I can't imagine doing life any other way.
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