Started this discussion. Last reply by Kat Bailey May 10. 8 Replies 1 Like
Last year, one of the essays I wrote for Hello Humans was about accepting myself and declaring myself an artist. I had been many things: an accountant, a teacher, a restaurant owner to name a few -…READ MORE
Tags: #life, #art, #artist, #howyoubecameanartist, #whatsyourstory
Loading feed
After retiring from 30 years in education, I discovered, shockingly, that I had been a workaholic. I had always written and made things and said for a long time, "I make stuff" before I settled into an ease with calling myself "an artist" with any conviction. I live in a small community in Texas called Hopewell and create and paint in our log cabin as well as at my studio in Huntsville, Texas (@HeatonHouseStudio). I write for Hello Humans, contribute to The Huntsville Item (@Kat Bailey on Facebook) and post my writing on Medium. I love to upcycle and spend a little time each month combing resale shops for inspiration and unusual art (@SassyKatStuff). Life as an artist is good. My website: hopewellkat.com is updated as I can get to it; but, I'm found on Instagram, Twitter, and lots of other social media sites as HopewellKat, Hopewell Kat, and Kat Bailey.
Posted on May 10, 2019 at 4:30pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
I have been working hard since recovering from an illness of over two months. While ill, my mind felt a bit jumbled, but I had a lot of time to just think and decided to take some chances with art that I had not had the confidence to take in the past. There were many "failures" (which are really just opportunities to learn); but, I am excited to have been chosen for inclusion in the Grimes County Art Show: Wit & Wisdom, facilitated by Doubling Entendre…
READ MOREPosted on November 18, 2018 at 1:26am 0 Comments 0 Likes
Posted on November 16, 2018 at 2:00pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
On being/becoming an artist and acknowledging the fragile moments, steps and stumbles on the path to an intimate understanding of my journey thus far. My most recent essay on Hello Humans.
HINDSIGHT: An artist who always was
I have a dilemma.
While updating inventory in my space at a co-op shop, a flash of horror came over me as I looked at several…
READ MOREthank you so very much
renate Fekete
Thanks for the like of the Yamaha guitar, Kat. Much appreciated.
Thanks for the likes Kate
Thanks Kat, very kind of you.
Thank you for your kind words of encouragement. Mxx
thanks Kat I agree, I used to have difficulty drawing a horse facing forward and I'm afraid the only way to get it right is by practising it over and over. It will come, I promise. Have a great day Ed
Thank you so much for your kind words, always appreciated. Mxx
Glad you liked the Golden Rubber Tree and murals. They are favorites of mine, too! Thanks!
thanks Kat enjoy your week Ed
New to the site? Check out our Guide to Getting Started.
Please take a moment to read our Member Guidelines. Thanks!
If you need assistance with this site, please visit the Site Help forum where the moderators and/or other members will assist you.
The Art Colony is a fun online art community for artists of all abilities working in painting, drawing, mixed media, sculpture and handicrafts! Join us and share your art, ask questions, receive tips, and make new friends!
It is 100% FREE to join the Art Colony and always will be!
Artist and Owner of The Art Colony
The Art Colony is co-run by a fabulous team of enthusiastic moderators:
© 2019 Created by Jane Miles. All Rights Reserved.
Powered by
Badges | Report an Issue | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service