My first complete painting in years
I’ve been painting since I was 5, I was self taught and adore oils. Growing up I watched Jazza and SuperRaeDizzle all the time.
I got to highschool and fell in love with acting, I got to preform in front of thousands of people at 15 and again at 16. I had a few scholarships and lots of skills
Then I joined the military out of highschool. My family was not wealthy, I wanted to make something of myself. I refused to be in debt from college loans.
Then, 2 years into the hardest school of my life - 14 to 16 hour days, fittest I’d ever been. I got diagnosed with EDS, Widespread tendinitis, hip dysplasia, and a few other things that brought an abrupt halt to my budding career.
In the span of my time in the service, I lost 5 of my people, dealt with assault, I got married, I drew when I had time.
I’m a housewife now. And starting to paint again. It’s been jarring to say the least and I don’t quite know how to talk to my paintings these days. It’s like trying to befriend someone you lost a long time ago.
I make masks, I make props, I paint, I model. I love art.
I’m lucky to have people in my life that love my art too. My husband pushed me to make this piece and it’s not as dramatic as my usual oils. But I’m satisfied with it. He was so excited to put it on the wall.
I hope you all find your people.