Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with Susie Zol

Susie Zol shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Hi Susie, thank you for taking the time to reflect back on your journey with us. I think our readers are in for a real treat. There is so much we can all learn from each other and so thank you again for opening up with us. Let’s get into it: Are you walking a path—or wandering?
I think it’s a little of both. Some days require walking with a routine, an appointment or a deadline. Other days are made for wandering, letting each step guide you toward the next, not trying to get anywhere…except happy!

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Susie Zol and I’m an artist in San Diego, CA. I create paintings with acrylics and mixed media in a variety of subjects and styles. I have a passion for color and love infusing my paintings with bold, saturated colors. Sometimes I start with an abstract painting and it turns into an abstracted figure. Other times it may appear more like a still life or floral/garden inspired painting. I have a style that has evolved gradually and many people recognize my work.

Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. Who saw you clearly before you could see yourself?
Those who saw me and encouraged me to continue were my teachers. I like learning a variety of art mediums and so I’ve had many teachers. There were quite a few who really seemed to see right through me at times and taught me many valuable lessons about me, my art and my life.

If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
I would definitely say not to worry about things so much. That not everything is something to worry about and sometimes things go well because they’re supposed to.

So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. What are the biggest lies your industry tells itself?
The starving artist myth is certainly problematic. It can stop someone from becoming an artist because they think there’s no money in it (false) and it can make an artist think they have to suffer, whether from hunger or something else, in order to create. Also false!

Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. Could you give everything your best, even if no one ever praised you for it?
I can and I do.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://susiezol.com
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