The face behind Painting by Angel

For as long as I can remember, everything in my life revolved around creativity. As a little girl, my bedroom was a kind of shop window that had to be styled differently every month, and arts and crafts was my favorite subject in primary school.

I chose to study fashion and clothing, then became a florist, and worked happily in a flower shop for ten years. Later, I ended up in a sports store, but I noticed that I couldn't express my creativity. In my free time, I painted more and more often.

Then, out of nowhere, a severe burnout struck. I was at home for eight months, and by painting daily, I found that it gave me an enormous sense of happiness and helped me get back on my feet. By overcoming that burnout, I felt more powerful than ever, and I knew one thing for sure: things had to change.

I started working less and painting more. I started a Facebook page, came up with a name, and posted photos of my work.

After one week online, I received requests from three retailers asking if I wanted to supply them. Looking back, that was the beginning of Painting by Angel.

My paintings are characterized by natural color tones and petrified textures. I love it when art looks lived-in, as if it has already traveled and the novelty has worn off. My work fits into various interior styles: rugged and minimalist country, wabi-sabi, industrial, bohemian, shabby chic, vintage, japandi, and hotel chic.

A blank canvas and an open mind—that is what it all started with, and that is what I want to hold onto. I do not accept commissions, because the freedom to create what I want is worth everything to me. Each of my paintings is unique and affordable; that is important to me.