Today we’d like to introduce you to Stacy Kron.
Stacy, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
Ever since I was little, I’ve loved anything artsy. I would retreat to my bedroom to draw portraits and album covers in pencil. I grew up on a farm in Minnesota and one of my favorite parts about it was when I’d get to paint the barns and fences with a fresh coat of white. That’s where my love of using a big brush and painting in wide, sweeping strokes began! There’s something about using your whole body’s movement that can’t be duplicated when painting small. Anyway, I went to college for Graphic Design and Fine Art (where I met my husband who was in the same program) and got my first job with my degree designing websites and multimedia displays. I yearned for something more tactile, so I then got a job designing printed materials. I loved being able to hold the finished product in my hands. Then I became a mom and started my own graphic design business in 2006 to be able to spend more time at home. Motherhood and photography seem to go hand-in-hand, and I studied all that I could to learn how to take photos of my two girls. I started Stacy Kron Photography in 2009 and it currently takes up a large part of my time. Painting used to be reserved for my slower photography months in the winter, but I realized (and so does my family) that I’m much happier when I paint regularly, so I’m making it a priority to mix it into my daily routine as often as I can. It’s how I feel most fully alive. It’s as if when my paintbrush touches the canvas, I’m able to breathe deeply and experience life more vividly. Living in the heart of the lakes area, Alexandria, MN, I’m inspired by the beauty of the nature that surrounds me and I’m grateful to call this place home.
I offer small and large prints and canvas reproductions, as well as original paintings and the occasional commission.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Art is so subjective. Everyone has a different style they prefer and I’ve run into problems when I try to create something that fits a certain mold that isn’t authentic to me. For example, some people judge art by how realistic it looks. If something is abstract, it’s not as good, in their opinion. But while I appreciate realistic artwork, I’d much rather take a picture of it than try to replicate it, inch by inch. What I’m going after is the mood, the feeling, the energy of my first impression of whatever it is that I’m creating. Self-doubt comes into my mind often, when I’m not sure if what I’m creating will sell or if anyone else will like it. But I just have to trust that each individual piece of artwork will find the collector that it’s meant for. But even if it doesn’t sell, that’s ok, because painting is a form of worship. We’ve all been created to create.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do?
My work could be described as colorful, expressive, layered, and abstract. I use my intuition and imagination, being led by the Holy Spirit, letting one mark guide my next mark. I’m most proud of the pieces that I could’ve passed off as “junk” but kept painting on top of, revealing some of the underneath layers, creating something that I truly love. Those pieces wouldn’t have that kind of special character without the “ugly” layers underneath. Much like our lives, we’re all beautiful messes covered in grace.
Art has the ability to transform a room. Having my art be a part of creating an inviting and joyous environment in homes and gathering spaces is such an honor. It makes me sad when I see mostly bare walls in big, beautiful homes … and equally sad to see a tiny piece of art on a huge wall. Proportion is important!
I’m having an art exhibit that will run from Oct 29 – Nov 25, 2022 at Fine Line Arts in Alexandria, MN so see you there!
Can you share something surprising about yourself?
One of the ways I like to relax is by playing classical music on the piano, specifically sonatinas by Muzio Clementi. Music is such a beautiful thing. My family always knows when I’m painting because the music is cranked up in my studio.
Contact Info:
- Website: stacykroncreative.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacy_kron_creative/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stacykroncreative
- Other: https://linktr.ee/stacy_kron_creative
Image Credits
Stacy Kron Photography
