Ellen Stapleton Ellen Stapleton

BIG CHANGES!

After almost two years of having a retail space at Vend, it’s time to close my shop to make space for an exciting new creative direction.

This chapter has been a meaningful part of my journey.

In recent years, my goal has been to bring my art into the world in more affordable ways – through retail, wholesale, and markets. 

I wanted my art to be more accessible, so people who might not invest in an original painting could still enjoy and connect with my work.

I’ve had so much fun creating a collection of products like affirmation cards, journals, notepads, tapestries, stickers, and yoga mat towels.

Seeing my creations out in the world, as part of your everyday lives, has been incredibly rewarding – whether it’s stickers on your cars and laptops, or pulling an affirmation card as part of your daily self-care rituals. 

It’s so satisfying to feel my creations have a happy, full life of their own with you – my amazing customers – once they leave my studio.

At the end of the day though, I am an artist, not a business or saleswoman. With only so many hours in each day, time and energy spent on one thing means other areas of my creative practice get put on hold.

This chapter has reminded me how important it is to follow the spark of inspiration, to create in ways that feel alive and exciting, and aligned with what feels most meaningful to me.

So it’s time to take a step back and redirect my energy toward a new and big passion project that has been a seed of an idea for years!

This closing isn’t an ending, but a stepping stone toward new opportunities, fresh ideas, and an exciting creative direction.

A huge thank you to everyone who visited, supported my work, and to the inspiring creatives I’ve met along the way – and of course, to Vend for having me!

Thank you, as always, for your support and for following along on my creative journey. 

I can’t wait to share what’s next with you soon!

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