Artists are not unaccustomed to change. We live in a rhythm of movement — flowing, shifting, twisting like a river in flood season. (Rather dramatic, I know, but it sounds good, and it feels true.)
For me, change came with an opportunity — one that I grabbed with both hands. And I haven’t looked back since. That single decision has changed my life.
At the time, I was working part-time, which fit perfectly into the season I was in. But due to some health issues, I had to step away. In the moment, it felt like a loss. But now, looking back, I see how it all worked out beautifully.
I've read so many books and articles about people who found their passion and love what they do. For me, the journey was long, frustrating, and — let’s be honest — a little bit like a scene from Raiders of the Lost Ark. A mammoth adventure with setbacks, near-misses, and surprises. But I kept searching, and now:
“I believe I have found what I love to do. It’s Art.”
Art has always been there for me — from childhood through my teenage years — quietly waiting in the background, patiently hoping I’d turn around and notice it. And now I have. Not only have I noticed it, but I’ve also given it a voice. And it has some very interesting things to say.
Finding my own style didn’t happen overnight. At first, I copied others. I wanted to express something different, but I was scared to stand out — like most of us, I wanted to fit in. At least I thought I did.
But the truth is, we are all beautifully and wonderfully made. The world doesn’t need us to be carbon copies. It’s waiting for each of us to show up — fully ourselves — and bring our own unique sound to the table.
A major turning point for me was watching an interview with David Bowie. I liked some of his music, not all of it, but what stood out to me wasn’t the songs — it was his complete commitment to being uniquely himself. He wasn’t trying to be like anyone else. He created his own space.
That hit me hard.
There were times I thought I should be painting beautiful landscapes and soft flowers — and I do love and appreciate that kind of work. But it wasn’t me. My work is abstract. As one fellow artist said to me, “It’s deep.” And that’s exactly what it’s meant to be.
So here’s my encouragement to you:
Stop waiting for the right moment. It’s now.
The world doesn’t need more copies. We need you — the real, raw, unfiltered you. Your creativity.
There are enough people trying to look and sound like someone else. Don’t let that be you.
We’re waiting for you.
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