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Shop Name: Studio By the Forest
What you like to go by: Anna
When did you start your shop? I originally started my shop back in 2006, then named ALDDesigns, where I mainly sold my lampworked glass beads and some jewelry. I became unable to still create glass beads due to some health issues and switched to working with clay. Recently after a move across the state and several other life-changing events I decided to change the name of my shop to StudioBytheForest.
Is this your only job? This is my only paying job, though I'm a stay-at-home Mom to 4 children, so I keep pretty busy! I use my shop income to help with family expenses and to pay for supplies.
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When did you realize you had this talent? My Mom tells tales of me trying to sculpt with any remotely malleable material, be it mashed potatoes, mud, or play-doh when I was less than a year old. Though most of my "pieces" resembled snowmen and not the animals I was trying to make.
Where do you find your inspiration? I find my greatest inspirations in the animals that visit my yard, the leaves and acorns that fall from my trees, and from taking long hikes through the forest nearby.
Who has been the most supportive of your work? My husband and my parents have been very supportive of me. They have made sure I've had the equipment and supplies I've needed. My husband bought me a new large kiln last year for Valentines Day and he and my Dad wired it for me. My Mom is always
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What is one thing you would like to accomplish that you haven't yet? I would really love to be able to really consistently contribute to my family's income. I love that Etsy has given me a way to "sell my wares" yet still be available for my kids.
What are your words to live by or favorite quote?
Ooh this is tough, this quote represents the way I think very well:
“Keep your love of nature, for that is the true way to understand art more and more.” ~Vincent Van Gogh
