Welcome to my creative blog

Hi! I'm Christie, the Creative behind the Chronicles. I'm a neurodivergent chronically ill creative Gen X'er and I started this blog as a tool to help channel my creativity in a purposeful way. Here, I will share stories, struggles, tips and techniques of my personal and professional creative pursuits. 

A bit about me. Driven by a deep desire to pursue creativity on a daily basis, at the age of 42 with the support of my steadfast husband, I left my job as a Mortgage Underwriter to pursue a formal education in the Arts. In 2020 I graduated with distinction from the University of the Fraser Valley's Graphic and Digital Design Diploma program. Since then I have been providing freelance design and photography services to businesses professionals and organizations.

I try to maintain a personal art practice and at times the struggle to do so is real. I battle Crohn's disease which impacts my creative output by affecting my energy level, capability and overall mood. Getting out of the house can be difficult and some days are better than others. Thankfully my case is mild, but not mild enough to avoid daily symptoms. 

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Don't worry. I don't take myself too seriously so I'll try to keep it light. What I really want to share here is what I've learned and experienced both technically, personally and professionally. Perhaps you might be inspired to create, or maybe you'll learn something new or might simply just relate. I look forward to this journey and invite you to send me any suggestions or feedback by filling in the form below. 

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Warmly,

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Christie