Jumat, 22 April 2011

An Interview with petitepaintbrush & Giveaway

This giveaway is now closed.

Meet Etsy shop owner Jill from petitepaintbrush.

Tell us a bit about yourself. 
My name is Jill, and I am a wife, mother of two kids under the age of two, full time art teacher, artist, Etsy shop owner, and I’m a little tired.  : )   I started my Etsy shop, petitepaintbrush, while I was on maternity leave with my first child.  I create artwork for children, specifically paintings and collage. 


What made you want to become an artist? 
 For as long as I can remember, I wanted to be an artist.  One day, when I was a toddler, I was in my room, supposedly taking a nap.  I took my crayons and created a drawing on my bedroom wall.   I remember being so excited and proud of the drawing, and I could not understand why my mom was so upset! 

What is your favorite item to create?
I love to paint!  I was on bed rest a few months ago, and was determined to use that time to create more artwork.  Since I found it difficult to paint while on the couch, I started experimenting with collage.  I created several collages from recycled junk mail.  I like the idea of reusing materials to create something beautiful. 



What advice would you give to new artists on Etsy? 
I still consider myself a new artist on Etsy, so I would welcome advice from others!  My biggest challenge is finding time to work on my shop, so I guess I would advise others to make time for their art. 

How do you promote your work?
I promote my work with my Facebook page, belonging to several Etsy teams, and word of mouth.  Also, I give gift certificates to my shop as baby gifts. 

Do you have any websites connected to your shop (blog, facebook, twitter)?
My Facebook page is www.facebook.com/petitepaintbrush  I welcome new fans! 

What is the inspiration for your work?
My children are my inspiration.  Before my first child was born, I set a goal to start an Etsy shop, but I did not know what type of shop to start.   After creating paintings for my daughter’s bedroom, I decided that I would love to create art for children.  I am also an art teacher, and I enjoy the excitement children show towards art. 



Do any of your items go toward a special cause?
Not currently, but I am open to the idea. 

Do you have a job outside of Etsy? How do you handle both?
I am a full time art teacher at an elementary school.  I’m not sure I handle both well, so I just try my best. 

Where do you create?
At our house, we have what I call a “budio,” which is a guest bedroom and art studio!  When I was on bed rest for a few months, the couch was my art studio.  I still find little scraps of paper stuck between the cushions. 

What are your goals for your shop?
My goals for my shop include creating more inventory and increasing traffic and sales.  Also, I want to make sure I make time to reach these goals.


You can win this beautiful Swing Print from Jill's original artwork!


Here's how to win:
(please read all instructions before entering)

Mandatory Entry:
 Visit petitepaintbrush's Etsy shop and tell me your favorite item!

Bonus Entries:
Each one of these is a contest entry. 
Please post a separate comment for each that you do with your email address.
Heart petitepaintbrush's Etsy shop.
Become petitepaintbrush's  Facebook fan and leave the name you are a fan under.
Invite your friends to become her Facebook fan as well.
Blog, tweet, or post on Facebook about this giveaway and include the link where we can find it.
(one entry for each)
Become a follower of my blog.
Enter in another giveaway on this blog & let me know what giveaway you entered.
Comment on any non-giveaway posts on this blog & let me know which post you commented on.
Contest closes at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, May 6, 2011
Sunday, May 8, 2011 a winner will be randomly drawn from eligible entrants 
and notified by e-mail, and the winner's name will also be posted here. If no email is listed I will choose another winner. Winner has one week to respond to my email to claim his/her prize after initial contact. 
I am not responsible for the shipping of this prize.
Contest open to U.S. residents only.

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