I’m so excited to share recent developments with you all (or should I say y’all that I am now in Texas)! This past year has been both exciting and challenging. My husband and I departed New York City and settled in beautiful but warm San Antonio! Upon arriving we had our share of challenges both in finding jobs …
Multi-medium-artist/writer/illustrator/Navy spouse Kimberly Yong Ratliff creates art and stories inspired by the multi-layered cultures around her and the beautiful landscapes she’s visited. Embracing the Ohana spirit, each new place (or even virtual connection) offers opportunities for friendships and sharing. MilspoFAN: Tell us a little about yourself, your journey as a military spouse, and where you …
Sarah Doran, author and military children’s book creator, has experienced almost every side of military life- from growing up as a military child, to her time as a Blackhawk helicopter mechanic, and currently as a veteran and military spouse. Sarah found her true passion for writing with the help of a good friend’s advice – …
As creatives, one of the easiest things in the world is to devalue ourselves. Whether you define it as “imposter syndrome,” do not think your talents are worth what you charge, or simply cannot imagine anyone finding value in your art, it is something so many artists fight; especially when it comes to pricing. So, …
Called by nature, love, and art, nature and wildlife artist Brittany Montour exemplifies bravely following your own heart. Where does it lead? To joy, beauty, and adventure, of course! MilspoFAN: Tell us a little about yourself, your journey as a military spouse, and where you are today. Brittany: I am originally from West Virginia where …
Air Force spouse and writer Valerie J. Frey serves up some fantastic organizational tips for archiving research and notes, balancing multiple artistic genres, and accomplishing goals/deadlines. MilspoFan: Tell us a little about yourself, your journey as a military spouse, and where you are today. Valerie: I grew up in Georgia both on the coast (Sapelo …
Army spouse and mixed-media artist Beth Robson celebrates inspiring women in her art and takes us on a journey of the pitfalls and friendships of overseas duty in her interview. MilspoFAN: Tell us a little about yourself, your journey as a military spouse, and where you are today. Beth: My name is Beth Robson, and …
Boy, do I have an update for you! I heard one of my songs on the radio, I started my website and Patreon, I beat breast cancer for the second time, and we were transferred to Kansas. Thank you MisSpoFAN for this anniversary check-in from my interview last year! At the risk of sounding dramatic, …
Spring is the time of new beginnings, and so it is fitting that our spring interview introduces you to Sculptor/Photographer/Multi-Media artist Sarah Thompson. When you find yourself lost in a creative desert, take an adventure to learn something new. It might just turn out to be your passion. MilspoFAN: Tell us a little about yourself, your journey …
Time really does fly by when you’re busy. I can’t believe it’s already been a year since I was the featured artist for the month of March in 2021. A little has changed since then. One of the great things about this opportunity is that it propelled me into creating more and got me back …