Creative Cowan

This cutie has a fresh coat of lacquer on it and is ready to join its sister painting in a friend’s office.

5x7 acrylic impasto on canvas

Why is it I want to paint the most when I’m busy with other “life” obligations?

There are some nights I’m so exhausted from running my small business and being mom that I just want a bubble bath and bed. It takes forever to get situated before I get into the painting zone. When I do though, I could stay up all night painting.

Painting is one of the few things in life that brings my soul peace. My stress and anxiety melt away. My worries get swept up in the colors on the canvas.

So here’s to hoping I make more time for painting.

What makes your soul rest? Have you found it yet?

This happy little painting is 5x7 acrylic on canvas panel.

I don’t know about you, but I cannot wait for this spring weather to stick around for good or these flowers to be in bloom. Bring on all the flowers!

4x6 acrylic on canvas panel

It has been months since I’ve sat down to paint for myself. It is SO GOOD for my soul!

In January, I officially launched my instructional design business. I have been working full time getting that launched, working as a contractor with a boutique instructional design firm, and writing a ton of fiction.

It’s crazy the waves 🌊 creativity take. I can be hyper creative in one aspect of my life but I have to step back from others.

Do you do this? Do you find yourself focusing on one creative outlet at a time? Do you find yourself needing to step away so your brain can focus on something else for awhile?

5x7 acrylic on canvas panel

“Juicy Jay” This cute bluebird is the mascot for the “Juicy Jay” beer at Legion in Charlotte, NC.

If you are in the Charlotte, NC area, check out the fun brewery Legion. Our friend/next door neighbor is the GM there. Good food, good beer, a cool environment… what else could you want?

“Juicy Jay” - 8x10 acrylic on canvas

I’ve been working a ton on my instructional design business since Christmas. When I haven’t been doing that, I’ve been working on my novel and a large 30x40 WIP for a friend. My big art piece is adorable so far and I can’t wait to share when it’s done (I just need time to finish it!).

It’s hard to find me-time to just paint whatever recently. This fun little bouquet was a nice break.

5x5 acrylic on canvas panel

I don’t know about you, but I’m dreaming of those warm summer nights. Where I grew up, I’d fill mason jars with lightening bugs.

What is your favorite summer activity?

“Lighting Bugs”
6x8 acrylic on canvas paper- image: 5x7

Meet the twins. 🎨💐

5x5 acrylic on canvas

I’ve decided that Ball glass canning jars are the perfect Southern vase.

6x8 acrylic on canvas paper. Picture measures 5x7.

This time last year, I hadn’t picked up a paint brush. 🤯

What a crazy year of self-discovery!

2021 has definitely been the most difficult of my life, but I feel like I’ve also found myself. I’m doing the hard work of rewiring my brain and art has been instrumental in that. Thank you to everyone who has encouraged me, who has a Brittany Cowan painting somewhere in their home, and those whose reactions to those paintings have been the greatest gifts ever.

I can’t wait to see what 2022 has in store for me. I can’t wait to share this part of my life and healing with you.

Now that Christmas is over, I’m excited to introduce “Bumblebee.” This is my brother and his girlfriend’s plane. It was such a fun painting and I’m thrilled they loved it. 😊

The pop of color on this blue bird is 😍.

Have you entered the Small business giveaway yet? I’ve partnered with Senna&Bro Co. to do a Christmas giveaway. You can win a his adorable rose painting. This is a 4x7 acrylic on canvas.

I can’t wait to box this up to ship this week or bag it up for a local delivery.

Visit Senna&Bro Co.’s page for official rules.

I'm so excited to be partnering with Senna&Bro Co. for a small business Christmas giveaway.

Senna&Bro Co. has the cutest things for the home at amazing prices. I've had my eye on this mug for a while now. This past weekend, one of my best friends (Janet Heatherdale) gifted this mug to me. I am in love! 😍
Small business mama ✅
Snow leopard print✅
Supporting a woman-owned small business✅

Check out Senna&Bro Co.'s page for a chance to win a 4x6 rose painting from me, as well as a gift card from Luna's Lounge Boutique. Like our pages and tag 3 friends for a chance to win. The winners will be announced tonight at 8pm.

Best of luck with the giveaway!

I’m so excited to pair up with Senna&Bro Co. for a Christmas giveaway. 🎄

Check out their page for all the details. Like both our pages and tag friends to win a free 4x6in painting from me. It would be a great gift for yourself (or others) 😉.

The winners will be announced at 8pm.

All set up at the Breezy Meadows Farm Christmas Show! 😍 That pink tree! 😍

Get tickets at www.breezymeadowsfarmnc.com

They say when you see a red bird, someone in heaven is thinking about you. Every time I see red birds, I think of my Mamaw Statzer, who died when I was 16. Similarly, rainbows remind me of my Papaw Don, who died when I was 12. These two individuals made me who I am today and I would do almost anything to hug them again and for them to meet my children in person. Until we meet again in heaven, I will just smile at their little hellos.

I’m loving this new small bird collection I’m debuting at the Breezy Meadows Farm Sip and Shop.

Do you believe in the red bird saying? Who is looking down on you when you see them? Drop it in the comments below.

Don't forget to grab your tickets for the Breezy Meadows Farm Sip and Shop this weekend. I will have a booth there with lots of beautiful art -- including some new art not even on the website yet! Look for the pink Christmas tree for my booth. Mention this post to get 10% off your purchases.

Tickets can be bought now at: www.breezymeadowsfarmnc.com.

New art has been happening in the studio this week in preparation for this weekend’s Christmas show. Check out this cutie.

5x7 acrylic on panel

I'm excited to be a vendor at Breezy Meadows Farm's Sip and Shop this weekend. This event is going to be SO fun! Shopping local small businesses, getting to see Santa, winning prizes for adults, and getting crafts for the kids -- this is everything your family needs to be doing this Saturday.

I'm also honored to be apart of this event because the admission proceeds will be going to the family of a seven month old girl in Mooresville who was recently diagnosed with cancer. Help us raise as much money as possible for this sweet family so baby girl gets everything she needs.

Buy tickets ahead of time at: www.breezymeadowsfarmnc.com and share this with friends and family. Stop by my booth to say hello. The raffle with your admission could help you win TWO hand painted ornaments from me. I can't wait to see you there on Saturday from 10:00-4:00pm.

The Cyber Monday Pop Up is LIVE! Check out the best deals from 20+ small businesses.

Join the group at: www.facebook.com/groups/cybermondaypopup

This is the LAST DAY to get 50% off on art at www.creativecowan.com.

Tomorrow is Cyber Monday. Choose to shop small businesses this Cyber Monday. This year, I'm committing to shop small whenever I can. You should too. Join us to shop a group of 20+ small businesses. Share the link with others.

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It's Small Business Saturday! You can find art at the lowest price of the year between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Get the paintings you want for yourself or to gift to others now before your favorite painting is gone. All paintings ship next week in order to arrive by Christmas.

Get your favorite art on discount at: www.creativecowan.com.

I've teamed up with 20+ other local small businesses to create a one-stop-shop for all your holiday needs. Join our Facebook group to get access to all of these amazing businesses and their great deals. Deals happen from 9am-9pm EST.

Remember: local drop offs and free shipping in the USA.

Get access here: www.facebook.com/groups/cybermondaypopup

The Black Friday super sale is now on. You can get art for 50% off today. Go to the website to grab art at the cheapest price of the year.
www.creativecowan.com

New ornaments and bookmarks are in the site, just in time for the Black Friday sale.

Check them out on my site: www.creativecowan.com.