by Valerie Wilson
(Ontario, Canada)
I have always done crafting. I took a tole painting course about 10 years ago and really enjoyed it, but was always afraid to actually paint.
My daughters and I took a painting interest course in October 2014 and it gave me the confidence to attempt painting. I have been painting at least one painting per week since January and LOVE IT!
This is my latest and I have been lucky enough to sell a few of my paintings to supportive friends.
My family are now requesting my paintings as birthday gifts - which I take to be the biggest compliment ever!