For years, I battled with depression and anxiety, making it nearly impossible to fit into a “normal” job. I tried and failed at so many jobs, feeling lost and out of place, until finally, into my thirties, I decided to turn my lifelong love for art and craft into my main source of income. Since childhood, I’ve been creating nonstop—it was time to embrace that passion fully. More info: turbochat.bigcartel.com | Instagram | pinterest.fr | turbochat.tumblr.com Working with natural materials like paper, cotton, wool, linen, and silk brings me a deep sense of peace. The process of making handmade paper and binding it into a book is more than just a craft to me—it’s a way to channel my creativity, manage my mental health, find beauty in the everyday and honor craftsmanship. Art, for me, isn’t just about making something beautiful—it’s about healing, making a statement, and contributing to something bigger. I’m deeply committed to social justice, equality, feminism, and popular education. I see art as a common good, a tool for social transformation, and a way to bring people together. Follow Bored Panda on Google News! Follow us on Flipboard.com/@boredpanda! Please use high-res photos without watermarks Ooops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.
