Meet Connie Gillock

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

Connie, so happy to have you with us today. You are such a creative person, but have you ever had any sort of creativity block along the way? If so, can you talk to us about how you overcame or beat it?

I have various approaches when I am dealing with creativity blocks. First and foremost, I organize my studio. When my materials are in order, I am
more inclined to approach my painting practice with a sense of purpose. A visit to an art museum is inspiring. I also read books that tap into my imagination.

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?

I am a visual artist, curator and collector based in Evanston, Illinois. I earned my BFA at the School of The Art Institute of Chicago.

My current body of work is an abstract series of oil paintings on birch wood. With abstraction, I have found that I have a new sense of freedom. In 2026, I will self publish a collection of my recent paintings.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

The skills that I obtained at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago impacted my desire to paint and curate art exhibitions.
The best avenue for younger artists to succeed would be to form a community with other artists. For example, if you are not able to secure gallery representation, think about alternatives – host an art exhibition in your home or studio.

Thanks so much for sharing all these insights with us today. Before we go, is there a book that’s played in important role in your development?

Abstract Art by Anne Moszynska has influenced by current direction. The Journal of Eugene Delacroix is thought provoking. And I highly recommend The Courage to Create by Rollo May.

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