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Crafting Art for Joy, Community, and Sustainability
- Embarking on my artistic journey, I find profound fulfillment in the act of creation—an expressive journey through my heart, life, and experiences. Yet, my vision extends beyond personal expression. I believe in art's transformative power to instill joy, unite communities, and enhance overall well-being. My mission is to inspire others to engage in and savor the artistic process.
- Initiating my creative process with seemingly purposeless artworks, born from authentic emotions, I identify potential or purpose within each piece. Those selected undergo a metamorphosis into functional designs, spanning from gift cards to fabric and cushions.
- Leveraging print-on-demand technology, I share my designs on a variety of functional items, witnessing the metamorphosis of art into everyday products. This sustainable approach stands in stark contrast to the environmental impact of mass production, reducing waste significantly.
- At the core of my mission lies a commitment to environmental consciousness. I advocate for responsible consumption, acquiring items cherished or aligned with the reasons behind my art creation. Print on demand plays a pivotal role, producing items only upon order, minimizing waste and emphasizing enduring value.
- In essence, my art serves three fundamental purposes:
- 1. Personal expression and self-indulgence.
- 2. Spreading joy, fostering community, and enhancing well-being.
- 3. Encouraging others to explore art for relaxation, pure enjoyment, and creative problem-solving.
- Embodying the motto "Creating to make us both smile," I am dedicated to using Australian materials whenever feasible. My art, characterized by a unique blend of humor, style, and innovative ideas, is crafted for your enjoyment.
- Together, let's contribute to shaping a future world that values and nurtures all life, with a special emphasis on our most precious commodity.
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If you require the dedicated efforts of a graphic designer or illustrator to create custom gifts or a pattern for an interior and can't find or create what you want in my shop then I would be grateful to have the opportunity to discuss with you how we could team together to work, create, learn and achieve.
Thanks so much for visiting my site.
Kind Regards
Sharon Coward
"If you say, "everything seems to have been done before" then I'll say, let's try to do it better."
DOGS RULE
PLANTS RULE
CARES RULE
ABOUT
With a background in fine arts and graphic design I decided to move in a new direction for SC Design Sydney in August 2019 partly as a result of my disappointment surrounding the increasing depressing information across the internet and media at large and the changing world. I wanted to create something that would counter this, make people smile and remind them of how to see the funnier sides of life, an escape for a bit of a laugh, where kindness, calm and happier thoughts prevail. Through my art I hope to make a difference even if it is just a little smile on an otherwise serious face.
Animals, Plants and CaresI primed the canvas with an idea, inspired by my dog Walnut, my love of nature, and my obsession to create art and started designing amusing, fun, feel-good cards and merchandise – opening a shop on Zazzle.com.au early 2020. I have been on a challenging path of learning since. Art for me is a self-indulgent activity that has a secondary big bonus that it can bring joy to others, build community and potentially have a positive-influence on other people‘s health and well-being, particularly when you can encourage them to participate and enjoy the process.
SC Design Sydney – “Creating to make us both smile”
Zazzle provides a platform for creators to sell their work. On demand printing can help to save the waste that occurs in mass printing. See more of my work at SC Design Sydney, Australia Zazzle Shop – https://www.zazzle.com.au/store/scdesignsydney