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Featured Artist: Studio By the Forest

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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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finding all kinds of interesting things for me to use in my pieces.

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

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I just bought these pretty puppies today! I can't wait for them to come in! They should come in handy, and they are purple! My favorite color! You can't create a quality product without the right tools. Since I have small hands I find that the "mini" tools are a nice fit for me. My last set were also mini's and I'm sad to see them go but there were getting a little rusty! So tonight I decided to treat myself. This kit has everything that I'll need plus a nice little carrying case with elastic bands to hold the tools in place if I ever need to travel with my supplies! Looks like Christmas is going to come a little early for me this year!