Rediscovering My Passion: Returning to Art After Life’s Challenges

A Creative Reawakening: Returning to My Art

Life has a way of unfolding in seasons, each with its own rhythm and demands. For the past several years, my world has been a whirlwind of profound change. It started with my mother’s catastrophic stroke, an event that reshaped our family and my role within it. Then came the global pandemic, followed by the joys of getting married and welcoming our daughter into the world. Through it all, my paintbrushes gathered dust and my camera sat on the shelf. My art, once a central part of my identity and business, was placed on hold.

Original oil painting by Lauren Pigford Abbott, depicting a serene landscape with a vast sky, gentle clouds, and a lone tree on a grassy horizon, framed elegantly.

Art has always been more than a hobby for me; it’s a necessary creative outlet and a professional pursuit. It's the language I use to process the world and share my perspective. Stepping away was not a choice I made lightly, but one that life made for me. My focus shifted entirely to caregiving, navigating uncertainty, and embracing the beautiful, all-consuming role of a new mother. These experiences, though challenging, have deepened my understanding of love, resilience, and the fragile beauty of life, themes that have always quietly influenced my work.

Now, a new season is beginning. As my daughter prepares to turn four in the spring of 2026, I feel a familiar pull back to the studio. The creative energy that was dormant for so long is stirring again, demanding expression. I am thrilled to announce my official return to my art business.

This return is a deliberate and joyful one. I am committing to creating one to three new paintings or fine art photography pieces each month. This structure allows me to balance the discipline of running a business with the freedom of creative exploration. It’s a promise to myself to carve out dedicated time for the work that fills my soul.

Serene oil painting depicting a tranquil Louisiana lake view from a duck blind, enveloped in the soft hues of a sunset, by artist Lauren Pigford Abbott.

This journey back to my easel is not just about picking up where I left off. It's about integrating my life's recent chapters into my creative practice. The love, the loss, the fear, and the immense joy have given me a new lens through which to see the world. I am excited to pour these complex emotions and fresh perspectives onto canvas and through my camera lens.

Thank you for being part of this community. I look forward to sharing this new chapter and my latest creations with you as I rediscover the beautiful balance between being a mother, a caregiver, and the artist I have always been.

Watch as I unveil the timeless beauty of my large landscape oil painting! Discover how this piece brings nature’s serenity and elegance into your home. #LandscapeArt #FineArt #TimelessDesign"