A Year of BIG Art

I didn't see it coming.
Early in 2024 I made a conscious decision to trust myself and my art and just go for it.
Decades of hard work paid off and the stars lined up for me.

My business of 35 years went into a deep sleep during COVID. Freelance Illustrations supported my two children and me for 35 years. I need to work a few more years before easing off the necessity of  manifesting funds every month to survive.

For the first time in my lifelong journey as a freelance artist, I poured myself into creating MY art. Which is very different from being an illustrator for hire. In 2024, I supported myself solely creating and selling my art.

It took a huge leap of faith to NOT find a 9 - 5 job - it would have killed me - after realizing Freelance Illustrations had decided to retire before I am able to retire.

It's been a year of great joy, freedom, and deep dives into creativity which has paid off - and paid my cost of living.

Oh! Now Freelance Illustrations has woken up and wants to join the party again.

Trust yourself.
It works.

I painted the most beautiful light-filled former choir loft in the Castle in Beloit, WI.

The completed east wall in the Golden Hour Lounge in The Castle.

The Pollywog Pond was chosen for it's "WOW" factor and to be a support exhibit for a Smithsonian traveling "Habitat" exhibit.

A very happy me at the opening of our gallery show in May. I hung this show with my dear long-time friend, Lois Hoveke.

A shot of opening night. The Beloit Art Center is a beautiful space for hanging and looking at art. BAC is much loved and had vibrant support from the community.

My booth in Spring Green. I realized I needed to up my display game after this show.

Working on my giant pink cranes mural in my garage turned summer painting studio.

The giant pink crane mural installed in Richmond, IL