With the current circumstances given, it may seem like a strange time to start a business, but when was the last time I had this much spare time? I've never had so much time in the world. I always tell people that I come from a family of creators and artists. Art has had a personal place in my life and is something my parents used as a therapeutic medium for expression. When things became hard, my parents always pushed me to express it through my art. They have always been the greatest supporters and contributors to my art journey and they deserve all the praise for teaching me to express myself in this way.
For a very long time, I did not believe that I would ever be able to make a living off of my art. I went to college for 3 years pursuing a degree in Computer Science and Engineering desperately chasing the glamour of making six figures right out of graduation. Although I am still pursuing my degree, I know now that I need something more fulfilling than ending up at a desk job, consequently making the rich richer. I want to pursue art as vigorously as I pursued my education and see where it takes me. I want to pursue something that adds something positive to this world and give people, who have felt the same pain I have, something to relate to. Where will I be in 5 years if I start by believing in my art?
I've taken this opportunity, quarantine and unemployment, to explore my artistic abilities and get the ball rolling on my real dreams. I want so badly to live a life where I can maintain a sustainable lifestyle through just my art. I owe it to myself not to rest until my dreams are lived. I know I can do it and I will do it.
Life has thrown a lot of lemons at me so enjoy all the lemons I paint to make up for it.
Thank you to anyone that has ever supported me and my art. It is all thanks to you and it truly means more to you than you know.
This is looking great! It's been a great pleasure watching your art talent mature. I know you aren't done and great works will be coming from you!