Hi, it feels like I should re-introduce myself. It’s been a while… My name is Susan Carmen-Duffy. I want to share a bit about me.
As I write this, I keep looking at the photograph I posted to go with this. No make up, clearly tired, and a faint smile. It’s been a tough year- I post this particular photo, because it’s real. The more I travel this journey, the more I understand that authenticity is key, not just a goal, but a way of life. I do my best to show up, regardless of the complexities of life.
I believe in family first (which is why I have been awol for much of this year-) I am a partner/wife, sister, mother, grandmother and more. Each of these roles I cherish. I am a life long artist. From the first Crayola I held in my hand to a paint brush now (or any other implement of creation) I am ever curious; inlove with layers, with color, texture, & in awe of the way art reveals itself to me.
Art is my prayer; it is my sacred activity. It balances me. It is my oxygen.
I am the owner and keeper of all things creative and whimsical for @createart4good and @greetings4good . This includes all aspects of the business, from creation, implementation, doing the books, vacuuming the floors, packing product to ship, planning and setting up workshops and more.
My mission with both businesses is to spread love through art and creativity. I believe that art heals. I have witnessed and am honored by the light that shines in someone’s eye when they attach to a piece of my art, or practice a method discussed in a workshop.
Create Art 4 Good is over fifteen years old. Greetings 4 Good is over nine years old. How crazy is that? While the business has changed locations, and grown to meet the changing needs, the core is still the same. I have said it a thousand times- “Share the Love”- We are all in this together- I believe that with all my heart.
If you read this far, thank you- I appreciate you more than I can say. I look forward to sharing more of me, my work, and hope you will follow along.
Sending you so much love,
Susan