Today we’d like to introduce you to Brigid Fox
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
I’ve been a doodler since childhood, though I don’t quite remember when it all began. Growing up with creative parents, I was always surrounded by art. They had me when they were younger than most however, so they didn’t have much time to create for themselves. I still remember discovering some dragon sketches my dad did for an old RPG game; to me, he was the best illustrator in the world. My mom was also good at picking up new crafts too. She has done everything from refinishing furniture to making upcycled sculptures out of vintage jewelry. I think my parents love of art really helped me develop my own.
As I explored different mediums over time, my love for creating art grew. However, when I started college, I shifted away from artistic pursuits to focus on my STEM degree and building friendships. While I wasn’t creating anything substantial during that time, I still enjoyed doodling in the margins of my lecture notes.
When the world unexpectedly shut down during my sophomore year, I found myself at home with all my old art supplies and plenty of time on my hands. I slowly began to create again. Even when classes returned to in-person lectures, I still tried to find the time to create. Now, making art has become a habitual way for me to pass the time while watching shows.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
From my early days of doodling to owning a small art business, it has not been an easy journey. Creativity is a fleeting thing, and sometimes it feels like I go months without making anything I’m proud of. Owning a business where I market my own art complicates this feeling even more. I ran into a cycle for a while where I felt downtrodden when I would go to a pop up or art market without anything new. I am not a machine however, and I have come to accept that not everything has to be perfect when it comes to what you produce
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
I’ve found immense joy in creating art that is both cute and surreal . My work often features little creatures, bones, and vibrant color palettes that reflect my dreams. Marketing my pieces at various galleries and pop-up shops across the metroplex has been an exciting journey. I have met many fellow art enthusiasts as well as artists through this process.
One of my most unique creations are my hand-painted totes. Each design is unique, meaning my customers can feel like walking galleries as they showcase one of original pieces wherever they go. It’s thrilling to see others enjoy my art and to know that each tote tells its own story.
My art business has also recently rewarded me with the opportunity to be a tattoo apprentice! While this new path has been a bit daunting, the support from the community I’ve built has been invaluable. It feels amazing to share my passion for art in even more ways and to keep pushing the boundaries of my creativity.
Where do you see things going in the next 5-10 years?
The art industry has been intimidating with the implementation of AI generated images. Honestly, this has left me feeling a little worried about the future of creatives. While AI is useful for several things, I do feel like we need to regulate its use in creating art and media.
That being said I do not think it will be the end of artists or the creative community. Being optimistic, I hope we move towards a larger support of smaller business and the arts in the next 5 – 10 years. While there are people who think it’s okay to completely replace artists with work generated by AI, there seem to be even more that see this as a misuse of the technology.
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