I moved to San Diego from Key West Florida when I was in elementary school. Living in these beautiful nature-filled environments has been a great source of inspiration for me as an artist. I love to create jewelry, fashion, and art from bits of nature as well as photo captures on my travels up the coast of California. I also work with children with special needs as well as teach art to children. I am a visual storyteller. I have shared my stories at a multitude of galleries and museums including the San Diego Museum of Art, Natural History Museum, Museum of the Living Artist, and US Grant Hotel to name a few. I enjoy creating stories that you the “reader” can interpret as you feel your way through the emotion and symbolism portrayed in each piece. I find inspiration in nature, people, emotions, and the energetic spirituality that links us all together. My intent is to draw you in with the complexities of the visual stories I tell to notice a new detail or meaning that went unnoticed at the previous viewing and in doing so create an ever-evolving art piece. My love for art has been a lifelong journey. I have a unique style and hope my art inspires everyone who views it. Follow my journey
Fashion https://www.legaleriste.com/en/ginger.lou
Objects de Arte and print on demand https://ginger-lou.pixels.com/
Elegant yet earthy authentic pressed flower jewelry https://www.etsy.com/shop/gingerlouart
Ginger Lou Artist/Fashion/Jewelry Designer Insta @gingerlouart Facebook @gingerlouartist gingerlouart@outlook.com
Custom-designed mystical tarot cards https://www.thegamecrafter.com/games/the- major-arcana-tarot-by-ginger-lou-the-hero-s- journey
About Ginger Lou
Q: Please tell us a little bit about your family.
I have two adult sons and am an only child. Being raised in a Navy family kept me far away from my extended family. I was raised as a latchkey child and had to learn to take care of myself from a young age. I have never been married because of my independence but at the same time longed for a family and have always loved children so I decided to have my own.
Q: Please tell us about your current, past, or future career. What do you love most about what you do?
Being an intuitively creative soul has led me to a career filled with art in many forms including hangable artwork, fashion, and jewelry. I love and appreciate the peace the process of creating gives me along with the joy I receive by sharing my gifts with others. In addition to being creative, I love giving back to the community by providing care to children in need.
Q: What advice would you give to people?
My advice to others is to constantly reframe negative thoughts to see things from the more motivating standpoint. Be your own cheerleader and spread kindness and joy to others as well.
Q: Where do you see yourself in 5 to 10 years?
Working with children as a behavior intervention technician, continuing my art career, and expanding my sales footprint to more shops and markets. Road-tripping with someone special to collect inspiration and natural elements for my jewelry and fashions.
Ginger Lou & Our Community
Q: What are a few of your favorite restaurants in our community?
RB Sushi is where I take my son on his birthday every year and they have great food!
Q: How long have you lived or worked in our community?
I have lived in San Diego since I migrated here from Key West, Florida when I was 8.
Q: Who is the most interesting person you’ve met here in our community?
The array of local artists has been interesting and fun…artists Sean Dietrich and Matt Forderer stand out to me as well.
Q: What current or former local business makes you the most nostalgic about our community?
I love old businesses like Captain Keno’s, Chicken Pie Shop, and the Santee drive-in…but those are a dying breed and are on their way out.
Q: What is your favorite thing or something unique about our community?
The weather, proximity to the beach, Los Angeles, open spaces mountains, and everything in between
Q: If you could choose anyone alive today and not a relative, with whom would you love to have lunch? Why? And where locally would you meet for this lunch?
I’d have to say Audrey Hepburn and John Lennon I know you said 1 but I’m not playing by the rules. I adore and appreciate both of their contributions to society, their individuality, and their beautiful souls.
For Fun
Q: What is one of your favorite movies? TV shows?
Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Adventure time!
Q: (Even for friends or family), what is something interesting that most people don’t know about you?
Hmmmmm probably most of what I have already shared with you because I tend to lean to the private side.
Q: What would you rate a 10 out of 10?
Fireplaces using real wood, live music, bubble baths, animals, and the beauty of nature and exploration.
Q: Who inspires you to be better?
The children I work with and my adult boys.
Q: What community organizations and/or local nonprofits do you admire/support?
Helen Woodward Animal Shelter
Q: What is the best advice you’ve ever received?
Trust my intuition and listen to my heart but use my logical mind too
Q: What Neighborhood do you live in?
North County
What I love about my Neighborhood:
Diversity of places nearby…beach, mountains, hiking, weather
Please describe your ideal San Diego weekend:
Coffee in bed cuddling with my cats; walk at Torrey Pines, picnic at Poway Lake; live music; art museums at Balboa Park; and Sunset at the beach
Q: Finally, what three words or phrases come to mind when you think of the word HOME?
San Diego, flowers, sunsets
