Where it all began
Where did it all begin? Honestly, it started with a simple, quiet yearning to find a hobby I could truly lose myself in. I knew I had tubs of canvas, brushes, and bottles upon bottles of paint just waiting in the garage, so I didn't even have an excuse of a financial hurdle. It was all right there. But the real catalyst was a video that called me out: just get up and do the thing already. Stop procrastinating, and stop living in fear that you might not be good at it.
Photo by Ann H from Pexels
And then, when I finally picked up the brush, something clicked. I realized I wasn’t actually that bad.
At first, the imposter syndrome tried to tell me it was just beginner's luck, or that the tutorials I was following were just foolproof. But the more I dedicated myself to the canvas, and the more I saw other people’s attempts, the more I had to own my reality: I actually have a talent for this.
Of course, the "what ifs" still try to run rampant through my mind. I catch myself wondering where I might be at 33 if I had been pushed to explore my creativity at say, 13. But I constantly remind myself that everything happens for a reason, and there is a purpose for me finding my artistic voice exactly now. Every brushstroke, every celestial sky, and every landscape I paint is a reflection of the healing and growth I've done to get to this exact point.
That’s why I’ve poured my heart into building Vagabond Visions Collective LLC. This isn't about mass-producing prints; it’s about pouring love and energy into one-of-a-kind original pieces that speak to the soul.
With our official launch coming up on June 12th, I look forward to sharing this journey with each and every one of you. I think it is going to be a beautiful ride, and I’m already enjoying it so much. I am deeply thankful for the opportunity to step out of my comfort zone, follow my passions, and head toward a future I never could have imagined for myself before.
In learning to love myself, I’ve learned to give myself grace and practice patience as I continue to grow. I truly hope you all are along for the journey!
Anna ❤︎
