Interview with *Elsie Flannigan*

*What is the best part of your job with the Love, Elsie line?

I love the initial choosing of colors, concepts and themes. I also love doing the "hand work". It's so much fun. Oh, and writing the book... I love big projects like that!

 

*What types of things influence you to create the things you do? (meaning in Love, Elsie and elsiecake Etsy shop)

 

Well, I guess like most girls, I love trends. I always like to try to catch them when they're young. I love change, so it's fun to develop and change things over time. I love films with vibrant colors and music that makes me want to paint. Oh, and shopping... that usually works! :D  

 

*As a scrapbooker what do you find most rewarding about it?

 

I've always been one to just enjoy the project that I am working on at the moment. I mean, I like looking at old books (that is super fun!), but my favorite part is starting something fresh... a new challenge or concept or style!  

 

*who or what has truly inspired you to be the painter that you are?

 

Well, my favorite painter is Jim Houser. I remember the way I felt when I first saw his work. It was fascinating. I have always had a soft spot for his style and his use of text. 
On a daily basis, the people who inspire me are my friends who are my own age who are doing really ambitious things with their lives. They are doing things that require so much sacrifice and hard work. On a day when I am feeling a little lazy they always inspire me work harder and dream. 

 

*One thing in your loft you could not live without?

My painting table. It's my favorite place! 

*What some of your creative plans for the future?

 

Well, someday soon I hope to have a joint studio with the most inspiring person I know, Jeremy Larson (myspace.com/jeremylarson). I am working on a few book projects, have some crazy and very fun plans for my shop (elsiecake.etsy.com) and more time paintings. Those are my creative dreams at this moment. 

 

*What is your most favorite thing you have ever created?

A painting called "Curious" and my newest book. :D  

 

*Favorite movie quote of all time?

"Am I no longer young, and still not half-perfect?" 

 

*City or country living?

I want to live in the country. The city is good for me right now, though. :)  

 

*Best part of your day?

Working late at night. It's just different, somehow...  

 

*Favorite supplies to create with?

Fabric, paint, canvas, embroidery and wood. 

 

All photos are from Elsie's Flickr

(My layout of the challenge will be up tomorrow, sorry for the delay)

Comments

[Edna Hart]

I just found you from a a thread on etsy and I like your work so much--it looks like you have such a good time being creative.

[Edna Hart]

I just found you from a a thread on etsy and I like your work so much--it looks like you have such a good time being creative.

[heather]

awesome interview!