Lynn Hurley shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Hi Lynn , thank you so much for taking time out of your busy day to share your story, experiences and insights with our readers. Let’s jump right in with an interesting one: What are you most proud of building — that nobody sees?
What I’m most proud of is the life I’ve built behind the scenes of my art practice. At home, I work between two studios, a large lower level space where I can move freely and get messy with mixed media, and a quieter upstairs studio reserved for oil painting and slower, more deliberate work. My days begin simply, an espresso, a deep breath, and straight into the studio, four days a week, no ceremony required. That rhythm, that consistency, is the part no one sees, but it’s where the real work lives.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I am a contemporary mixed media and oil painter whose work is rooted in introspection and the inner life of women. I’m currently developing a new body of work titled Metamorphosis, a series that explores transformation through the female figure and the butterfly as a symbol of becoming. Rather than focusing on arrival, the work honors transition, inner evolution, and the quiet strength found in change. At its core, my practice invites viewers to slow down, reflect, and recognize transformation as something both intimate and powerful.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who taught you the most about work?
My father taught me the most about work. From an early age, I watched him show up consistently, take pride in what he did, and understand that effort matters, even when no one is watching. I started working at fifteen and carried that same ethic forward, putting myself through college while working full time and attending school full time.
That experience shaped how I approach everything, including my art practice. I don’t romanticize creativity as something that arrives on inspiration alone, I treat it as a commitment. The discipline, persistence, and quiet drive my father modeled are now embedded in the way I show up in the studio, day after day, doing the work whether it feels easy or not.
If you could say one kind thing to your younger self, what would it be?
I would tell my younger self to trust your passion and take it seriously enough to build something sustainable around it. Creativity doesn’t have to live on the margins, it can be nurtured with intention, structure, and commitment. When you honor both the dream and the discipline, the work has room to grow and endure.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. What’s a belief or project you’re committed to, no matter how long it takes?
I am deeply committed to continual growth and lifelong learning within my art practice. I believe staying curious, studying, and evolving is essential, not only to improving technique but to keeping the work honest and alive. No matter how long it takes, I’m dedicated to refining my voice, pushing my boundaries, and allowing the work to mature alongside me
Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. How do you know when you’re out of your depth?
That’s an interesting question. I try to live deeply, as superficiality has never held much appeal for me. One of my favorite lines by Anaïs Nin is, I must be a mermaid, I have no fear of depths and a great fear of shallow living. I know I’m out of my depth not when things feel challenging, but when they feel surface level, when curiosity fades and depth is missing. Boredom, for me, is a signal that it’s time to go deeper
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- Website: https://Lynnhurleyart.com
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