I asked Steppie about her art and her Etsy store which has been open for about one month. She is hoping to expand her store and allow her work to reach others. Here is a little insight into Steppie and her work ...
When did you start painting?
"In college. I had just moved into my first apartment, and was more than thrilled to be able to decorate my room with wall art. It began as a hobby for me - and has now turned into an embarrassing obsession!"
Where do you get your inspiration?
"I get my inspiration from a lot of places! Randomly walking around on the street can inspire me. But I think I'm most drawn to nature - birds, trees, animals are a lot of what you'll find in my paintings."
Is your painting a part time business/hobby or a full time business?
"I am currently an unemployed college graduate trying to figure out what I want to do with the rest of my life. Before I find that answer, however, this part time (sometimes full time!) hobby is more than I could ever ask for. I'm hoping this will take me somewhere greater."
"Even though I don't work at the moment, I have a lot of projects that I am starting up. My Etsy shop is probably my biggest priority (more of an obsession, really), but I'm also starting up a mini wedding favors business with my sister! We don't currently have a website up, but you can contact us at enrougedesigns@gmail.com for more information."
Have you exhibited your work anywhere?
"Aside from my bedroom walls - nope. I hope to someday though!"
What are your favourite materials to work with?
"Acrylic and canvas. But I've recently become drawn to mixing different medias, and am currently experimenting with acrylic and fabrics!"
What project are you working on at the moment?
"I'm working on a lot of projects, actually! I have printed some new ACEOs for the artist collectors; am working on expanding my mixed media Acrylic&Fabric and my "I Heart" series; and will be selling some cute buttons of my artwork very soon! I have a lot on my mind on where I want to take my shop - it's all in a matter of time. So, look out for me! Because I'm full of surprises!"
What are the 3 favourite pieces in your store and why?
"My favorite pieces are":
(1) "Serene Escape" (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13216878)
"simply because it jump-started my passion for painting"
(2) "I Heart Whale" (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13438866)
"because my "I Heart" series is probably one of my most funnest to work on"
(3) "Modern Tree" (http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13923343)
"because I like to think it showcases a lot of my style and personal funk!"
I am so glad to promote different sellers in my blog, they are all individual and unique. Steppie's work includes a fantastic array of colour and is a fun, funky collection.
You can see more of Steppie's artwork at her Etsy store at http://www.steppie.etsy.com/ or visit her own blog at http://www.enrougedesigns.blogspot.com/
1 comment:
I love your art work Steppie. I love the bright colours and striking designs.
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