Meet Erica Carr

We recently connected with Erica Carr and have shared our conversation below.

Erica, we’re thrilled to have you sharing your thoughts and lessons with our community. So, for folks who are at a stage in their life or career where they are trying to be more resilient, can you share where you get your resilience from?

I believe my resilience is from my origin story and life circumstances which either forced resilience or acquiescence to a life I would not accept. Later in life, I graduated from Wellesley College at a non-traditional age of 35 and consequently spent the next 13 years participating in many artistic endeavors, oftentimes met with rejection which has demonstrated my continued path of resilience.

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?

In addition to my studio practice, I attend art residencies, collaborate with fellow artists, and support many local charities with my art and time. Creativity, collaboration and giving back drive me.
I was recently selected as an artist for Serena & Lily in Palm Beach and the Palm Beach Artist Collective. It was so meaningful to have my art in the brick-and-mortar store in Palm Beach and be among other tremendously talented artists for the public and design community to view. It was a true meritocracy and an honor to be aligned with a brand the I respect and adore as well as the collective who is committed to giving back a percentage of sales to nonprofit organizations. What an exciting and special endeavor.

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?

Resilience, adaptability and vulnerability are the 3 qualities most impactful in my artistic journey.

My advice is that It’s important to develop the mental toughness to weather inevitable challenges. Stay focused on the long-term goal and know that setbacks are part of the process. Keep moving forward, even if progress feels slow, because your efforts will eventually pay off. Success rarely happens overnight, and resilience is the key.

Don’t box yourself into one way of doing things. Try new techniques, experiment with different mediums, and embrace feedback. In a world that’s always evolving, being adaptable will help you stay creative and open to new opportunities.

Always seek opportunities to grow and develop, not just as an artist but as a person. Attend workshops & residencies, surround yourself with more seasoned artists and expose yourself to diverse influences.

What has been your biggest area of growth or improvement in the past 12 months?

My biggest area of growth in the past 12 months is consistent commitment to my art and that has been in large part due to joining a group that has set deadlines, expectations and an audience. I have grown by commitment, diligence and accountability and by being a part of a community. I also paint often and with my partner, which is enjoyable. The more I paint and explore, the more I grow. I think it may be true that practice makes perfect. We’ll see.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.ericacarrart.com/
• Instagram: erica.carr1
• Other: phone- 561-441-1350

Image Credits

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