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Being chosen as a Featured Artist at the Calgary Farmers’ Market was a true success! This was my first time really putting myself out there on my own — and needless to say, I was nervous. I’ve been visiting the market for quite some time and have always loved its community spirit and joyful atmosphere. I couldn’t imagine a better place to debut my work. It was fascinating to see how people interacted with my paintings. I loved watching visitors walk in and noticing which piec

I heard once that 'Luck' is understood as preparation meeting opportunity. If we consider this, we are in control of it. There are always opportunities, and the preparation falls on us. In the winter of 2024 I took the chance to give the entirety of my effort into pursuing my passion for oil paintings. I knew I didn't know how to use the paints, but I was determined to learn. I painted over 40 hours per week for nearly a year and a half before my skills caught up with what I