Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Leticia Demeuse. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Leticia, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Do you wish you had waited to pursue your creative career or do you wish you had started sooner?

I believe everything happens in the right time. Sometimes we can easily get frustrated because things don’t go our way or don’t happen as fast as we wish. With maturity we start to understand that everything, even the “detours” in life, are shaping us into the person who we are supposed to become. In my opinion, it’s not what we get in life, but who we become along the way. It took me several years to take the leap of faith to become a full-time artist. Today, I look back and realize I was getting prepared.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

I am originally from Brazil, living in San Diego for 18 years. I am an abstract artist, creating all my work from my home studio in North Couty. I feel so fortunate to make a living doing what I love while bringing my art into the beautiful world we live in.
I believe when someone falls in love with a piece of art enough to buy it, the art can elevate the vibration of the space and raise the frequency of the people around it.

I’m on a mission to bring joy, positive energy and balance into my life and my viewers with artwork that is born out of my deepest love and reverence for life.
I often create commissioned artwork customized to my client’s taste.

My paintings are a reflection of my travels and everyday life in Southern California.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

I love when I get to meet the clients and see where that artwork lives. It makes my heart sing to see how my art can bring joy to the people that chose to live with it. Receiving cards and notes, even a simple message from my collectors expressing their contentment and gratitude always makes my day.

Below is a note from one of my clients, an example of how art can touch people’s lives in so many ways.

“The women in my family pick a word at the beginning of each year that they want to speak over their lives that year and carry with them from day to day. The word is supposed to be something they want to focus on–maybe something that challenges them or something they just want to bring more of into their lives. Well, my word this year has been “joy.” Leticia, I had no idea that your painting even had a name, let alone what it was. After we purchased the artwork yesterday, we were carrying into our vehicle, and it wasn’t until that moment that I saw “JOY” in big letters on the back. I couldn’t have been more sure and more EXCITED about our new painting that we bought to hang over the couch in our living room–the focal point of our home. Joy.

I just thought you might like to know how that particular piece has touched another two people’s lives. ❤”

In your view, what can society to do to best support artists, creatives and a thriving creative ecosystem?

Supporting local artists means you’re saying the art programs for our children matter. You’re saying that the art therapy being used to improve lives is important. You’re saying you believe the arts truly are improving the way you live your life.

There are so many ways to support the arts.

Shop locally for art first. Search for artists in your local community before shopping online instead.

Commission an Artwork Locally, This would really help in supporting the creative talents and passions of local artists, as well as allowing them to continue pursuing their passion.

Share your favorite artist work on Social Media. Spread the word with your families and friends.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.leticiademeuse.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leticiademeusefineart/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leticiademeusefineart

Image Credits
A few images are from Darlene Halaby