Meet Lenna Young Andrews —
a mixed media artist who works with paper, paint, ink, fabric, found objects, rubber stamps, images, photos and more. She is a big advocate of engaging in creative activities for your health and well-being… and simply for the pleasure of it!
A few ideas to bring more creativity into your life: Learn about art journaling. Try your hand at collage. Explore painting, doodling or drawing. Take photos, perhaps on a theme, of things you find interesting or beautiful. Consider looking at cooking, gardening or writing as creative adventures and opportunities to try something new. Ask yourself: “What if I did this?” Be open to the possibilities!
“It is clear that creativity can be both born and made. While some people may have a natural ability or inclination towards creative thinking, others may need to develop their skills over time with practice and dedication. Ultimately, creativity is a skill that can be learned and honed regardless of age or background.”
About Lenna
I’ve been consistently creating since I was a child. My family has always supported my passion for creativity: drawing, painting, sewing, beading, poetry, modern dance, collage, art journaling, photography and more. My dad was especially supportive of my interest in art. He was very creative himself and had exceptional woodworking skills. Dad shared his knowledge and skills with my husband Steve when we moved to Florida. They set up a wood shop together; refinished some of dad’s handmade boats, created bookshelves and wooden spoons. Creativity runs in my family; the noted American Impressionist William Glackens (1870-1938) is my great uncle. I’ve curated a page about him, here on this site.
Expressing myself artistically is how I navigate; teaching mixed media classes, hosting Art Swaps, participating in collaborations with other artists and challenging myself with daily or weekly projects. I enjoy taking workshops taught by other artists; learning new things and developing new ideas. I love sharing my own art & inspiring others to explore their creativity. Early in my mixed media career, I was published in a number of books and magazines —learn more here.
Lenna lives on the SW coast of Florida with her husband Steven Deming, who is also an artist. They were both born & raised in Connecticut where they met in 1972 as teenagers. When a mutual friend reconnected them in 2004, a fateful phone call rekindled their friendship. A whirlwind courtship ensued! It was followed by their wedding in 2005… click on the photo below to read more of their story.
