#15 Works of Harte and Turning Creativity into a Career
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Today, we invite you to join us on a fascinating journey with the incredibly talented Alison Fairbrother, an artist and calligrapher!
Alison shares her experience of tackling live art, a craft that leaves little room for error, especially when working with the unforgiving medium of watercolor. The challenge of live painting is a do-or-die moment for artists and Alison provides insights into how she's mastered this unique art form.
Ever wondered how an artist's journey begins? Alison's story is a familiar one, starting with friends and family requesting her artwork for their special moments. Her journey of turning passion into a career began with creating wedding stationary suites, an artistic endeavor that set the stage for her flourishing creativity.
Alison's artistic identity, Works of Harte, was conceived when her husband encouraged her to start an Instagram page to showcase her work. The clever name emerged from playful wordplay and has since become an integral part of her evolving brand.
As for her career, Alison is on the brink of an exciting transition from balancing commissions, live paintings, and her day job to the possibility of going full-time. While there's a touch of nervous excitement, Alison is confidently stepping into this new chapter.
We are both creatives and mothers in the wedding space so we discuss the challenges of balancing artistic pursuits with family life. They share insights into finding harmony in their creative careers while tending to their families.
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