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

Hi Sarah , thanks for joining us today. Can you open up about a risk you’ve taken – what it was like taking that risk, why you took the risk and how it turned out?

I’m on a perpetual self-quest to remind myself that while I think I’m in charge, it’s not true. My subconscious is really in charge. So, should I choose to remember it, my mission is to unlearn all the negative, unhelpful things I’ve unknowingly learned throughout the years. Whether it’s by family, life experiences, society, social media, failures, etc. I accept that I can be wrong, fall down, fail, and still be okay. My ego may hurt terribly, but I can move past the hurt. To not forget how much I passionately love creating and how perpetually surprised I still am when a painting comes out well. I have some solid creative talent that I hope to share and grow. I paint to remember those things. To let go of those things. To explore new things. Rest when I’m tired, and keep getting better little by little. The risk is on myself. Use less external noise and work on more internal listening, and it all starts falling into place. Take the risk by listening to yourself.

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.

I vividly remember my mom, a hobbyist painter, always encouraging me to be creative. Growing up in the 1980s taught me resourcefulness. Instead of Google, I had a set of encyclopedias at my fingertips. My imagination stretched, and the pressure was low. I was free to explore.

My commercial art journey began in high school when I sold my first painting—a saturated tree against a sunset—to my father’s coworker. It was the first time I brought someone joy through my art. Now, at art fairs, I share the stories behind my paintings. I watch faces change for the better. That connection is the best feeling.

I always knew art was my path. The sensible part of me—what my parents drilled into my head—told me to find something I loved that could pay the bills. So, I chose graphic design. After graduating with a BFA in Graphic Design from the University of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, I worked as a graphic designer for five years.

Then I met my husband, my partner in crime. We traveled for over twelve years due to his job, moving about fifteen times. I still can’t count them all—too many temporary spots, hotels, and family couches. This constant moving shaped my view of the world. After five states and three countries, I am glad to be a permanent resident in Houston, Texas. (My travels led me to Colorado, California, Wyoming, Wisconsin, Texas, USA, Canada, Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia.)

I freelanced as a graphic designer while overseas. When we returned to the U.S., I was eight months pregnant with my second child. After one more move, and of all things during Covid, I officially started my LLC, Painting and Pixels. It still feels slightly like imposter syndrome, but I know most people experience that, even the pros!

I’m proud to say I’m a painter and digital artist. I’ve sold paintings to bigger companies, prints in local shops, and original pieces to happy Texans. I’ve also completed private commissions and created a mural at our local Humble, TX, Walmart. Next, I want to explore pattern design and continue showcasing my work at art festivals. It’s a dream I’ve had since childhood, and now I live it.

Is there something you think non-creatives will struggle to understand about your journey as a creative?

This is an interesting question. How do I talk to non-creatives to help them understand my journey as a creative? At first, my canvas was my secret world, where I painted only for myself. But soon, I discovered a captivating rhythm in my work—a thrilling dance of colors and brushstrokes that led me on a journey of self-enlightenment. Each piece became a vivid tapestry, intertwining emotional and spiritual elements that reflect the whirlwind of my life.


Art, for me, is a gateway to the unspoken. It invites us to explore the depths of our souls that words can barely touch. I embarked on an intuitive adventure, tapping into the raw energy of my experiences. Sometimes you must work backwards and start creating what sets your soul singing. Sometimes, it’s just the experience alone that is the reward. There is so much push to perfection and finalizing. The actual moment of painting is where the magic is. What is your “painting”? If you put down your phone and sit in the quiet long enough, you’ll be able to start to hear it.

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

My most rewarding aspect in art come alive in person. Picture this: I’m at an art fair. My collection of beasts, beauty, and birds hangs in the tent, vibrant and inviting. A couple wanders in—or perhaps it’s just one curious soul. We start to chat, and I point to my book, a small binder brimming with the entire collection of my paintings. Each painting has a story linked to it, a thread woven into the canvas.

Sometimes, when someone flips through the pages, one particular story catches their eye. I can see it in their body language; it shifts and softens. It’s like we’ve shared a secret, and the world hushes around us for a moment. It feels like slipping into Narnia for two seconds.

When they buy the art, they carry that meaning with them, which strengthens me in return—a bond forms, forged by my courage to create and the greater courage to share. For an introvert, it feels like an even greater triumph. Those one-on-one moments when I see others light up, not just from my paintings but from my words, are the true magic of my journey.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.sarahsavoie.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahpaintsart
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getsarah

Image Credits

Sarah Savoie & Todd Savoie