What happens when you spend years framing and showcasing other artists’ work, only to discover that you have a creative calling of your own? In this episode, Editor-in-Chief Susan Harold sits down with Jennifer Phipps to explore her unexpected journey from custom framer and gallery owner to becoming an artist in her own right.
For years, Jennifer surrounded herself with art, representing talented artists and helping bring their work into the homes of others, never imagining that one day she would be the one behind the paintbrush. We dive into what sparked her interest in painting, how she found the courage to explore yet another creative pursuit, and what her husband thought when she decided to take on a new hobby. Jennifer also shares how the Tiny Barn Sale became a pivotal moment in her artistic journey and how that momentum led to an exciting collaboration with Patina Home & Garden. It’s a conversation about artistic discovery, taking chances, and finding your own voice—even when you’ve spent years helping others share theirs.
Explore more of Jennifer’s studio in the Winter 2025 issue of Where Women Create, available here.
AND DON'T MISS OUT:
Jennifer is so pleased to announce a special offering of her Classic Minis: Homeplace edition!
Just in time for Christmas
These little original oil paintings are created to capture a home that holds a special place in your heart. Whether it's your own home, a childhood home, a family farmhouse, or a place dear to someone you love, a Homeplace Mini is a way to preserve it as a one-of-a-kind work of art.
Each painting is hand-painted in oil on a wooden block with a hand-applied gold leaf edge that Jennifer has distressed and aged, giving it the character and charm of an old-world treasure.
● Price: $150 each + $10 shipping
● Shape: Large oval or rectangle
● Orders open: October 15 at 9 am
● Orders close: November 1, 2026 or when 50 orders have been received, whichever comes first.
She will be accepting a maximum of 50 commissions. If you have a home in mind that you would love to see painted, Jennifer would be delighted to create a Homeplace Mini just for you.
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