2021 – The year my passion became a business

Since quitting my day gig to pursue art full time in 2018, I had been in a never-ending experimentation phase, searching for my artistic voice, not knowing when and if I was ever going to find “it”. As a result, before 2021 I had never launched more than one original art collection in a single year.

Then suddenly in July 2020, it all came together.

I discovered my unique collage style, and overnight became laser focused on what I wanted to accomplish, and why I was doing it.

So when January 2021 rolled around, I declared my art biz intentions in writing, posted them on my studio wall, and focused on accomplishing the first thing on the list.

To be perfectly honest, the list seemed a tad unrealistic. But then I reminded myself what I KNOW to be true – that life is rigged in my (and everyone’s) favor, and I had a ton of life experience to prove it. Intentions, affirmations and living in non-resistance had created multiple miracles in my life (check out this podcast), so why wouldn’t it work with my art biz?

So with my arms wide open, I focused on completing one project at a time throughout 2021, until one day in November…

I realized that I had accomplished EVERYTHING on my blessed list.

To my complete surprise, within just 12 months I had  . . .

• Created and released 3 original collage painting collections
• Created a 4th original collage collection for release in 2022
• Launched a limited edition Birkenstock collection
• Created a collection of large limited edition prints
• Published a welcome gift for new subscribers – “33 Art Supplies…”
• Appeared on five podcasts
• Created and launched my first art calendar
• Created and sold 100+ original collage ornaments
• Assembled a Holiday Shop with new greeting cards, sketchbooks, etc.
• Published at least one newsletter a month and posted to Instagram (almost) every day

Rereading this list still surprises me, while also inspiring me to write down my fondest desires for 2022, and focus on finishing one project at a time.

So what’s my BIG intention for 2022?

For many years I’ve dreamed of teaching collage, yet clearly wasn’t ready. First I needed to define my “voice”.

Now that I’m clear what I love to create, it’s finally time to put this intention at the top of my list for 2022.  I know the Universe will once again conspire to help me make my expanded dream a reality, step by precious step. Hence, I’m laser focused on creating many online collage workshops this year, including a comprehensive 6-week course called Collage Joy, scheduled to launch summer 2022.

Yikes, now its out there, and even though nervous, I’m also thrilled to be finally moving toward this beloved intention and see where it takes me.

What is YOUR big intention for 2022?

I challenge you to write it down (if you haven’t already) and place it where you see it everyday.  If you feel inspired, I would be honored if you would share it with me and this community by leaving a comment below.  Publicly declaring your intentions is a very powerful act of self-love and trust, and tells the Universe that you are ready to embrace your deepest hearts desire.  So bring it on!