The Grace of Motherhood and Art ft. Ann Vaeth

Juggling motherhood + business as an artist isn’t easy for anyone, and today’s guest is no exception. Ann Vaeth of Paper Monestary is helping us understand how motherhood can HELP our art, not hinder it, and how she thrives as a Catholic artist when the artistic world is so secular. So often these days, motherhood is shown as a hinderance to artistic endeavors and I love this truly feminist perspective from Ann. We also discuss her conversion to the faith, if Ann struggles with comparison on Instagram, and how she balances the business side of her art. Enjoy!

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Topics discussed:

  • Ann’s conversion story

  • Her journey towards becoming an artist

  • Why the art world is so anti-religious

  • Why her kids have made her a better artist

  • Whether she struggles with the Instagram comparison game

  • What’s been bringing her closer to God lately

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