Why am I Returning to the Art of Handmade?

[UltimateGrandma]

Here I am... A professional, computer literate, published illustrator.  So why am I returning to handmade crafts?  Working digitally may may be faster and easier to create higher quantities, but there is a depersonalization between the creator and the buyer.  When I create, I put a piece of my soul in that work.  When my hands actually touch the product I am creating, it feels as though I have somehow blessed the person receiving it though my artwork and craftsmanship. I have given them a piece of myself, and the very best I have to give. I would hope the piece would remain a treasure for as long as possible, not thrown in the next garage sale or even the tras

I could easily place a quick photograph on my products, but that wouldn't be putting the work of MY hands on them.

  I have to admit, after exploring the world of mass marketing, I have become disillusioned with the current market of factory/ sweatshop made products that only serve to decorate a room.  I am tired of glitzy bells and whistles that catch a customers eye temporarily, just for the purpose of a purchase, only to be thrown away by the consumer after it no longer is the in thing to own.

So with the creation of DLJ Art Memories,  I hope to use my talents, hard work, and loving care to provide  a product that my customers will cherish forever.

  

[Lb128f]

Feb. 13, 2011 at 1:48 AM

Good Luck!

[UltimateGrandma]

Feb. 15, 2011 at 11:35 AM

Thank you, lb128!

(Original Poster)