What type of Artist/Maker are you?

Illustrator and Surface Pattern Designer

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How did you get started making/designing/etc?

I started as a freelancer and three years ago decided I wanted to create products for myself with my own artwork and that’s how Olive & Co started. I’ve been painting and drawing since I was littler, went to Massachusetts College of Art for fashion design, so I’ve really always loved creating and designing.

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How long have you been selling your art/designing/etc?

Olive and co is 3 years old and I’ve been freelancing for 5 plus years.

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Is making art a full time gig for you or a side hustle?

Full time

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Why are you a maker? What drives you to continue making?

I love to create and make art! I also like to bring joy to others with my art.

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What is your favorite thing that you've created and sold at Worcester Wares?

The Greetings From Worcester art print / greeting card.

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Do you make/sell other products that aren't sold at Worcester Wares? If so, tell us about what you make.

I have a collection of greeting cards, art prints, journals, gift wrap, pins, canvas totes, and tea towels.

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What is your maker process like?

Lately I’ve been doing a lot of my drawing on the Procreate app on my iPad. I also love painting in gouache, acrylic, and drawing with pen and ink.

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Any upcoming products, projects, events, or goals for 2019?

Hoping to create some more Worcester products with Worcester Wares of course!

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If you could give advice to someone thinking about pursuing your type of craft what would you tell them?

I think in any business it’s about relationships and what you’re offering to your customers/admirers. The community you are creating around your art is as important as the art itself.

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Tell us a weird/random/fun fact about yourself!

I’ve been drinking a full daily cup of coffee since I was a toddler! Seriously.

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What is your connection to the city of Worcester? (Live here? Work here? Grew up here? etc)

Live here.

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One thing you LOVE about the city of Worcester.

The restaurants!

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One change you'd like to see in Worcester.

More small shops and small businesses!

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