Reflecting on an Unbelievable Season of Growth and Planning for 2025

As the year comes to a close, I’m taking a moment to reflect on what an unbelievable whirlwind it’s been. Between printing orders and participating in the Brighton Winter Open Houses, life has been full on. Honestly, I wish I’d written more blogs during this time, there’s been so much growth, so many moments to capture, but I’ve simply been too busy to pause and put it all into words. It’s the typical struggle of being so immersed in creating and doing that there’s no time to document it.

But as I shift gears into the new year, I’m ready to focus on a new season of growth, creativity, and balance. Over the past month, I haven’t had the chance to sit down and really paint, and it feels like my brain and body are aching to get back into that creative flow. I’m longing for those quiet, uninterrupted hours where I can dive into my work and finish some of the many paintings I’ve been dreaming about.

At the same time, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude. The way my printing business has taken off this year has been extraordinary. It’s only part of what I do, painting is still my first love, but the joy I’ve found in printing, and in serving my clients has been immense. I’m learning so much, and I’m committed to being the absolute best I can be at it. Knowing that my work is appreciated and that I’m building something meaningful has been deeply fulfilling.

Looking back on the year, I can’t believe how much has changed. At the start of the year, I felt hopeless, like nothing was going to turn around. 

Now, I live by the ocean, I have a beautiful art studio, and I’m finding success in both my business and my creative pursuits. Life can truly change in an instant—but only with determination, hard work, and a fierce desire to push through.

This year has been a roller coaster, and while parts of it brought (many) tears, I’m leaving it behind with a deep sense of relief and pride. I’ve learned that negativity, whether it’s jealousy, toxicity, or doubt from others, only has power if you let it. By staying focused, doing the inner work, and putting one foot in front of the other, I’ve proven to myself that growth and joy are always possible.

That said, my true passion and purpose lie in developing myself as an artist. This year, I’ve only dipped my toes in the water when it comes to exploring my potential. Moving into next year, I’m making it my mission to fully immerse myself in my craft. I want to push my boundaries, create pieces that truly move myself and maybe others, and put my work out into the world in a bold, vulnerable way.

My goal is to share my art on a larger scale, whether it’s through galleries, exhibitions, or simply connecting with people who feel something when they see my work. I want my paintings to tell stories, to move people, to speak truths...and that’s where my energy is going in 2025.

As I look ahead to 2025, I’m more committed than ever to continuing  to create a life that’s (inevitably) busy but organized, diverse yet intentional. I want to honor both sides of my work: the structured, meticulous craft of printing and the raw, emotional flow of painting.

This year has been all about growth—both personal and professional, and as I step into the new year, I’m ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. To everyone who’s supported me this year, whether you’ve ordered prints, visited the open houses, or simply sent kind words...thank you. And to my partner, who has been the MVP of support, I’m endlessly thankful.

Wishing you all a wonderful happy New Year, and an inspiring 2025. If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: don’t give up on yourself, no matter how impossible the road seems. Keep going...you never know what’s just around the corner.

Here’s to new beginnings, creative flow, and a beautifully balanced year of growth.