We’re excited to introduce you to the always interesting and insightful Lorena Malm. We hope you’ll enjoy our conversation with Lorena below.

Hi Lorena, thanks for joining us today. Can you take us back in time to the first dollar you earned as a creative – how did it happen? What’s the story?

I have been creating Digital Art since 2005, and Oil Paintings since 2012, and had not attempted selling my Art until 2018. It was when Ron McCutchan saw my Art that I was encouraged to sell my works. He introduced me to Sarah Criner. who was in charge of a local vending market. I shared my works of Art with her and she insisted I be a vendor at the market. I hesitated, due to a lack of experience, until she reiterated the importance of Art and the impact it has. I sold my first piece titled, “Romancing the Moon”. It literally shot me to the Moon with emotion! I did very well at the market and have continued to rise in recognition.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers.

In 1960… I learned of my passion for Art. My parents gifted me an oil paint by number. I also learned, patience and frustration trying to stay within the lines. By the time I finished painting it, I knew…I was not meant to stay in the lines, and that I would create my own lines, someday!
In 1969…
For ten years, my Dad was my biggest supporter. When he passed in 1979…I felt lost. No longer holding the passion…I boxed up my Art.
In 2005…
I was introduced to Photoshop, teaching myself to use the software, I began to create digitally. My passion had returned, that is, until the computer crashed in 2010.
In 2012…
I was gifted oil paints, tools, brushes, an easel, and a huge roll of canvas. I taught myself to use these gifts, one mistake at a time.
And, in 2014…
I purchased an iPad Mini.
I discovered an Art App, and began creating digitally again. Exporting from the iPad to the computer, using GIMP, to complete the images. I do not use a stylus to create…only my index finger, maintaining a look unlike others.

It is my desire to bring beauty to the world through Art. The images I create come from life experiences, memories, emotions, and sometimes from my dreams. I embed my emotions into the Art, with intention to present connection to the viewer, that they too will feel emotion and connected to an otherwise Abstract tangible.

To represent myself honestly, through my Art, I must maintain my integrity by allowing my Creative Spirit to remain in the lead. She has not failed in presenting my emotions, my core principles, and producing meaningful work expressing importance of concerning issues, whether it is environmental or involving relationships, or life experiences by sounding out relatable connections to the viewers. Thank you, ever so much, to all coming out tonight in support of my exhibit. I am Lorena Malm, and this, is my Art.

What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?

For me, the most rewarding aspect of being an Artist is not only in the creative process. It is exhilarating to be so passionate about creating and that sensation spills over into the promotion and support of other Artists/Creatives. The beautiful reward of encouraging and inspiring another individual fills my heart.

Is there mission driving your creative journey?

It is my desire to make a difference in the lives of others by bringing beauty to the world through Art. Creating Art with intention to present connection to the viewer, that they too will feel emotion and connected to an otherwise Abstract tangible.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://lmalm-arts.square.site
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lorena.malm