In today’s Episode I speak with the very talented Elisa Valenti. She describes herself as a contemporary figurative artist changing our view of women through lush, confident paintings. I couldn’t agree more. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to look perfect (haven’t we all? and what is that anyway?) You are about to hear and see an entirely different perspective that will leave you feeling as if you just inhaled a breathe of fresh air for the first time.
We discuss how her art career wasn’t typical. For many years she was a pharmacist and a pretty notable one at that. It wasn’t until later in life when she felt she had something to say with her art that she made the leap into a life as a full time creative. Elisa’s figures represent all of us, perfect in our imperfections. She really embraces who she is and after our conversation I felt inspired to do the same.
I have the most beautiful Video Podcast for you today! I can’t think of a better Artist Interview to kick off Summer than with the very talented Jennifer Allevato! Not only does she create gorgeous florals, interiors, and landscapes she has some really helpful and interesting advice about she created a successful career for herself.
In this Episode we discuss her journey starting out in costume design and then switching over to making her living as a full-time fine artist. We discuss the business side of being an artist, from having a beautiful and informative website, to using platforms such as Pinterest, to reach new collectors. We also talk about her big break in working with bloggers and how how a simple mention on the Young House Love blog helped launch her career.
Photo Credit: Anna Meyer Photo Courtesy Of Jennifer Allevato
Jennifer not only sells her original creations but she also licenses her work. Her art has been featured in Anthropologie, Minted, Artfully Walls and on the cover of HGTV magazine just to name a few places you may have seen this lovely and talented artist.
Photo Credit: Anna Meyer Photo Courtesy Of Jennifer Allevato
We also talk about her Artist In Residence at the Torpedo Factory Art Center and how that experience was for her. Of course I also had to ask about her orange kitty who she claims is a 'grumpy old man' but she loves him anyway. We end with some really helpful advice that we can all benefit from. She will inspire you to want to pick up your paint brush and start creating!
For the Month of July, Jennifer has generously offered 20% of the proceeds of these three large original florals on paper to go to the Louise Monforte Memorial Scholarship! Aren’t they GORGEOUS?!!! You can purchase one, or all three HERE!
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