This week we got the chance to talk with the very talented Amara Strand! Originally from Bangkok and currently based out of Toronto, Amara is an artist who specializes in gorgeous watercolour work inspired by her passion for urban life, architecture and nature. Read on to learn more about her and her beautiful work, and be sure to check out her website and Etsy shop through the links at the bottom of the page!
What draws you to painting and sketch work?
Painting has always been my passion, it is a great way for me to express myself through my art. I also enjoy trying to help people connect with each other through my art. I really got back into painting and sketching again when I started my “Heritage Buildings Project” in 2016.
In 3 words or less, how do people describe your artwork?
Vibrant, Joyful , Inspirational.
What is one goal you’d like to accomplish in your lifetime?
It’s a hard question because I have so many goals that I want to accomplish in my lifetime. My most important goal is to share my art with as many people as possible. I would love to travel the world and sketch on location and have a real studio for myself.
What has been the most helpful social media platform for you to promote your art?
Instagram and Facebook are my two preferred social platforms that I use to promote my art.
What’s the most difficult part of promoting yourself online?
It is very time consuming and I am always searching for ways to keep my followers interested and engaged with what I am doing.
What advice would you give to other artists who are starting out?
Keep doing what you believe in and never give up. Put yourself out there, work hard and have fun along your art journey.
To see more of Amara’s work, you can follow her on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Tumblr, as well as visit her website and Etsy shop at the links below.
Website: amarastrandstudio.com
Etsy Shop: etsy.com/ca/shop/AmaraStrandArt