7 Creative careers that brought me to art
Although I always wanted to paint, my parents wanted me to be a lawyer like my father. I rebelled and got a Fine Arts Degree from Concordia University. As predicted, there were no jobs for artists at that time.
I got a teaching degree and taught English at the university level, and was invited to write a book with a fellow teacher.
I poured my creativity into writing 27 textbooks with her. We were published by three major publishers, and had multiple bestsellers. I then wrote more books on my own, 44 in total. Write to Heal is my bestselling book for wellness providers who want to write a book.
This led to my coaching clients to write wellness books, and publishing their books. I take great pride in publishing the work of 30 authors with my company, Wellness Ink, and helping untold numbers of people worldwide.
I’ve finally come full circle, and swapped my writer’s manuscripts for canvases and paint brushes. As an artist, I finally get to express myself in the way that feels authentic to me. It’s my love story unfolding in colors and brush marks, layering my emotions on canvas. It’s the common thread that resonates with you, the viewer.
