The Process Begins...

I've been contemplating and delaying this step for several weeks now because I wasn't sure where to start and there is always this fear when "putting yourself out there" in a new way.  But here I am because I have to start somewhere and we'll just see where it goes from here.


My plan for this blog is to share my creative journey as an artist.  So, as part of that journey I plan on sharing past and present artwork along with some of the stories and processes behind the art.  This may include anything from my painted or etched glassware designs to paintings, sketches, clay work, jewelry projects, photographs, etc...  or it may simply include my inspiration or road blocks for the day.  I hope you will join me on this creative journey.

I'll start by introducing myself... my name is Julie Yeager (as you may have guessed from the blog title) and I'm an artist.  I've always been an artist (since I was old enough to hold a crayon) but it hasn't always been something that I've had a lot of time to focus on due to the "real job".   I took many art and photography classes throughout school and completed my Associate’s Degree in Fine Art from Siena Heights College with photography as my area of focus.  I then changed my area of focus, my mother freaked out, and I attended Bowling Green State University for three years working on my Recreation Programming degree which led me to working for the Girl Scouts for over 20 years where I worked in a variety positions focusing on providing quality camp and program experiences for girls.  In these positions I was able to bring creative programs to thousands of girls in non-traditional learning environments, helping them become well-rounded young women.  These jobs combined my love of the out-of-doors, teaching, the arts and mentoring so perfectly (except for the long hours).   After my position was eliminated 7 months ago,  I found myself coming full circle and realizing my true passion is teaching and creating art - to, with and for others. 


I consider myself creative, caring, sensitive, a bit of an introvert (until I get to know you), and I love having fun and laughing!  I love spending time with friends and family - especially my husband who is the best man I could have found in this world!!  I love being outdoors... there's something about being in nature that creates such freeing experience. When it comes to my photography... much of it is people and nature, two things I really love that feed my energy and creative side.


Ok, so that's a little bit about me. If you want to know more - you know where to find me. :-)  I hope you will join me in this process of exploring a dream and the journey behind the process.