Today we’d like to introduce you to Gaby Lebellot.
Gaby, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story.
Growing up, I was always surrounded by music. My mother always had her native Brazilian samba music on, and my father was part of a small band. I learned piano at a young age three, and I taught myself guitar at 13. I eventually got into art when I was 16. I figured it was a way to put my creativity out into something physical. I didn’t realize how dominant that area of my mind was until I noticed all these ideas I was coming up with. From there I made social media for my art, now called Gsoulart and my personal social media: Tyliga. It took me a lot of courage to expose my ideas and get used to people knowing what the inside of my mind looked like. But with time, I slowly became comfortable and now, it’s something I love to put out; my art. Now I’m focused on my art and seem to have pushed my music to the side. But I know for a fact, I will succeed in both.
Overall, has it been relatively smooth? If not, what were some of the struggles along the way?
Honestly, it hasn’t been a smooth road. With me being very private and comfortable in my little world, then to becoming very open with my art and other talents. As a 17-year-old, putting out art seems impossible to impress or differ from other artists. Especially being a young woman. And when I started getting into selling my art, I always needed more material but it was hard to get them. With me attending school full time and only working to pay and save up towards more “important” things ( like a car). So any time I had extra cash I’d rush to an art supply store and get what I could. The support I got (still receive) is not a lot. But I’m grateful for all those who do. I’m hoping to slowly expose my art and person to communities around me. And soon enough, people will know my art and music.
Please tell us about your artwork.
It’s just me. There’s no one to help me with this because it’s such a personal experience and job. And it’s all pretty beginner level. I’m starting to experiment with mixed media but I’ve always done acrylics and the basic canvas you buy at an arts and crafts store. I obviously want to get more serious and skilled, so that’s my next step. I’m still training myself. I feel like what sets me apart from others is that, me and my art are truly one of a kind. There are so many people that I see trying to make it big but by following trends and doing the same thing as other people are doing. I have a more complex understanding and meaning to my art. As my mind is a bit of a mess, I want to see how people perceive my art. I’m all about multi-perception.
If you had to go back in time and start over, would you have done anything differently?
I would’ve definitely educated myself more and trained myself on easier things. I would’ve taken it slow and been patient (something I don’t have). I would’ve practiced enough until iI was 100% satisfied with what I was putting out there instead of not liking what I did and throw it out or start something over it.
Contact Info:
- Phone: 9544788605
- Email: gabbalebellot@gmail.com
- Instagram: @tysoulart / personal: @gabaroots
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