I think that while on Earth, our entire life is a work of art. The world is a giant canvas, yes! That I am alive here and now means I am part of that beautiful expression. Breathing, walking, laughter, it is all art. So everything I do is an expression, see? My nose is my favorite art object! I have been told I can smell the type of honey on a bee a mile away.
If there's one thing that defines you, what is it?
I believe what does define me and will continue to define me is the expression of all interaction and the accumulation of my life experience. But if I were to offer one thing of many it would be scent. Like I can close my eyes and smell even subtle differences in air, water, storms, woods, and soils.
What role does your family play in your art?
My family, wow wee, you know I have just in this area alone over 60 members! They are my product testers and most honest critics. If they don't like something I hear about it! I learned early and fast to use the family as a testing ground before putting a formula to the market.
Where do you live and what is it like?
I live in what others call a compound as there are so many privacy fences and walkways. Folks can't seem to find a way into my house which I find quite odd. I live on an acre and the back half is a certified organic mini farm. Well, now that I think about it there are a lot of gates that lead nowhere. I have many gardens and live in a very small cottage. There is always laughter, something yummy cooking up, and a project or two scattered about. The neighborhood kids knock on my door daily asking for garden work, now that they found the way to it!
Where did you learn to craft?
In relation to perfumes and soaps, my earliest memory at 7 years old is of Grandma teaching me about plants and the usage of herbs. She raised skunks and had extensive gardens, specializing in cacti. I was forever asking her questions and forever getting good explanations. I was a sponge and it seemed I could never get enough information about plants.
If there is a new craft you could learn, what would it be and why?
If I could learn a new skill it would be pottery - I love pottery. I love the whole idea of getting my hand into something so earth like, just nice and dirty. I also love the idea of taking a lump of nothing and making it into something useful. Also, I would love to specialize in making Japanese herbal tea cups.
What are your goals with your ArtFire studio?
My goals with my ArtFire Studio at this time are to provide the best quality products I can, offer excellent customer service and just have fun. It is a place I can express myself and enjoy the expression of others.
Where do you receive your inspiration, in general?
My inspiration to create comes from nature, food, and dreams.
Who are your other favorite ArtFire artists?
I love so many other ArtFire Artists that if I mentioned one I would have to mention 100. There is such a beautiful mix of souls here.
What is the best piece of advice you can give other crafters?
I don't like to give advice, but I can say with heart that you shouldn’t ever listen to anyone negative. Don't let anyone suck your energy from you. You can find a way to do anything, yes, you can! Don't look for approval outside yourself; go with your own guts and heart.
What is the most treasured thing in your craft stash?
My antique teeny weenie wood measuring spoons are my most treasured craft stash. I just love these little girls.
If you won a thousand dollar craft shopping spree, what would you spend it on?
If I won a thousand dollar shopping spree I would spend it on supplies, supplies and more supplies. I might spend a hunk of it buying things I see I want.
Why do you think that buying and selling handmade products benefits society?
Well, a few reasons I think buying and selling handmade products benefits society is that it keeps it real and at a ground level which directly benefits the home unit. Buying handmade puts food directly on tables. It supports expression of the soul.
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