New Beginnings

It has been a whirlwind ever since my brother moved away a month ago -has it really only been a month?!! I have been sensing ever since April that something significant was going to happen at the beginning of July. I wasn't too happy when I found out it involved my little bro and Anna moving away :( But I knew there had to be something good coming. And there was, so many opportunities! I have been doing so many different things that are all right up my ally.
The after day he left I got a job painting houses, which of course I love. I have definitely had the chance to do some painting of my own in the past and always enjoyed it, now getting paid for it is even better. I love not working in a box (a store). I love having a project that you have visible results and an end date.  And of course I love being in houses. Even if I'm not picking the paint color or adding decorations, just the process of being involved in a transformation is fabulous. (And I got a few weeks off while my boss is away ;)
I also am teaching a couple times a week, which is fun and rewarding. I teach drawing to a group of kids between 7-12 and I  paint with Clint, who uses art to overcome his disabilities. (http://clintdoyle.com/) It is great to be able to pass on some of my love of art and see their faces when they make something they couldn't before.

I have been able to spend plenty of time on the computer as well as I worked on the T shirts for our church's Focus conference. I am on the creative arts team for it so there has been lots of brainstorming and I am just getting started on the stage design! As of today we should have a venue so it'll be exciting to see what we can do in a short time.

And last but not least, my favorite project of all- my first (paid) design job!!! Through a local business networking group I met a lady that needed some help on her condo. I did a consultation, picked colors and gave her a new furniture arrangement that she loves. (Photos to come when the paint dries :))

It has been a busy but fun time for me! All these things that I love to do are all happening at the same time and it is so wonderful to move into a new season in my life where I get to use my gifts and explore my passions and continue learning about myself. I am about to register my business as a visual artist and plan on working towards my dream of a non-profit in the next few months. I kinda feel like a baby just getting their feet under them, every little step feels like a big one but it is really rewarding. :)