Balancing art and Motherhood
Being a mother to four energetic boys while maintaining a full-time creative career is no easy feat. Some days, it feels like a beautiful, chaotic dance, shifting from painting in my studio to making school lunches, from managing collaborations to bedtime routines filled with cuddles and stories. The balance is never perfect, but I have learned to embrace the fluidity of it all.
Motherhood is demanding, yet it has also been one of my greatest sources of inspiration. My boys bring so much creativity and curiosity into my life, and I love seeing the world through their eyes. Their uninhibited approach to art reminds me to create with freedom, to let go of perfectionism, and to find joy in the process rather than just the final product.
There are moments when my art and my role as a mother blend seamlessly. I’ll often set up a space where my children can create alongside me, turning our home into a vibrant, ever-evolving canvas. They love getting involved, whether it’s painting, helping with ideas, or even just keeping me company as I work late into the night. This shared creativity has strengthened our bond, making them feel included in my journey.
However, balancing art and motherhood isn’t always easy. There have been days when exhaustion takes over, when deadlines pile up, and I feel stretched too thin. I’ve had to learn to set boundaries, to carve out dedicated time for both my family and my art. Sometimes that means working while they sleep, finding moments of quiet to focus, or accepting that some days are more about mothering than creating—and that’s okay.
I’ve also learned to lean on my support network, understanding that I don’t have to do it all alone. My husband, family, and friends have been a crucial part of making this balance work, offering help when I need it and cheering me on every step of the way.
Motherhood has shaped my art in ways I never anticipated. It has deepened my storytelling, infused my work with even more emotion, and given me a greater purpose. I want my boys to see that you can chase your dreams while still being present for the people you love. That creativity and passion are worth pursuing, no matter how busy life gets.
Ultimately, I don’t see my art and motherhood as separate entities—I see them as intertwined, each one enriching the other. They are both integral to who I am, and together, they shape the colourful, beautiful, sometimes messy life I wouldn’t trade for anything.
