Celebrating Women's Day: Empowering Female Creatives and Small Business Owners
In a world overflowing with creativity, and entrepreneurship, women are not just contributors but innovators, leading various industries with their small businesses. As we celebrate International Women's Day, we think that it is the perfect opportunity to shine a spotlight on the incredible female creatives who are making their mark in the local scene!
These inspiring women are more than just entrepreneurs; they are artists, visionaries, and storytellers. Today, we celebrate the passion, determination, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit of these remarkable women who are carving out spaces for themselves in the creative business world.
This Women's Day, let's encourage a future where every woman feels empowered to turn her creative passion into a thriving business. Let's celebrate the women who are not just making a living but are also making a difference in the local creative scene and beyond.
These inspiring women are more than just entrepreneurs; they are artists, visionaries, and storytellers. Today, we celebrate the passion, determination, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit of these remarkable women who are carving out spaces for themselves in the creative business world.
This Women's Day, let's encourage a future where every woman feels empowered to turn her creative passion into a thriving business. Let's celebrate the women who are not just making a living but are also making a difference in the local creative scene and beyond.
Rebecca & Greta, designers at K.artiBeing a woman with a creative small business means having a collaborative spirit which helps us meet super-talented individuals who inspire and motivate us to keep going.
Tiziana, ceramicist at Ceramics by TizBeing a woman with a creative small business gives me a feeling that somehow, in this crazy world, I have made it. While it is challenging and sometimes makes me question my choices, the positive feedback I receive from customers and members at the studio I run grounds me and gives me the courage to go on.
Justine Ellul, photographerBeing a woman with a creative small business means chasing what sparks your curiosity, getting over anxieties when the result excites you, and investing your energy in the right projects and people.
Roberta Azzopardi, book curatorBeing a woman with a creative small business means planning your days as if they were an intricate jigsaw puzzle - because you can't bear the thought of not finding time for a passion that ignites your soul, amidst the chores, the toddler schedules, your full-time job and your relationships. It's tough on most days, but it is always, always worth it.
Gabi Fono, artistBeing a woman with a creative small business means constant learning and nurturing my true self.
Gabriella De Gaetano, artist, designer, restorer at Storja StoreBeing a woman with a creative small business means adaptability like the chameleons we often saw in our garden growing up, confidence, creativity, independence, a lot of patience (good things do take time), perseverance, resilience, sustainability, and the freedom to constantly grow and learn every day.
Ioulia Chante, architect, designer & ceramicist at Babau CeramicsBeing a woman with a creative small business involves transforming the so-called 'feminine soft traits' into powerful tools for crafting distinctive narratives within the creative and design community.
Martina Gatt, maker at Wood & Tassel
Being a woman with a creative small business means being able to be my boss when it comes to the creative process of making jewelry and also being a role model to other women or girls who want to own their businesses.
Mariah Borg, visual artistBeing a woman with a creative small business means we've moved past being historically invisible, unknown, or "fewer in number." We progressed against systematic obstruction, and patronage and now have opportunities to exhibit art.
Alexandra Aquilina, printmaker, and contemporary artistBeing a woman with a creative small business means....doing things on my terms and investing time and energy in myself and my endeavors.
Julia Gauci & Lauryn Cauchi, makers at ĊirasaBeing a woman with a creative small business means we embrace entrepreneurship and show that creativity has no limits. Through our jewelry-making business, we express our unique talents, hoping to inspire others along the way too! Ċirasa fosters a community of support and empowerment for women within the creative industry ❤️
Rebecca Bonaci, visual artistBeing a woman with a creative small business means overcoming challenges and investing in yourself. It is a journey of empowerment and creative fulfillment.
Astrid, maker at Arts of KnotsBeing a woman with a creative small business means a lot of hard work to a long journey but no matter how big or small your step is, you are still succeeding.
Michelle Gruppetta, storyboard artist & printmakerBeing a woman with a small creative business means unapologetically being myself and doing what I love. It means navigating a unique journey filled with challenges and joys, many ups and downs, and having the privilege of connecting with others through a shared love of printmaking.
Janice, designer & maker at Witty WireBeing a woman with a creative small business means I follow my dreams with courage and determination whilst juggling family life. I'm glad I can be my authentic self in my business and be able to bring my ideas to life.
Marta Kurzynska, designer at PinboxBeing a woman with a creative small business means... navigating unique challenges while bringing artistic vision to life. As a creative designer and entrepreneur of enamel pins in Malta, I am crafting stories, expressing identity, and contributing to the vibrant tapestry of the creative community. I am curious where this journey will lead me and I am grateful for this curiosity because it is what drives me every day.
Kimberley Micallef, director at MadumaBeing a woman with a creative small business means trying to come up with new ideas all the time, overcoming challenges with resilience, and standing out in a world where your special skills and point of view make a big difference when having your own business.
Janice Mercieca, creative director at KartelluniBeing a woman with a creative small business means that with the right support, nothing should hold us back from turning our passion into reality. Self-belief is key - believing that what you're doing can make a difference. Other women's success stories are my inspiration and I hope that my own story also inspires my daughter to find her passion, believe in it, and turn it into something she can be proud of.
Rowena Farrugia, vintage clothing curatorBeing a woman with a small creative business means: being entrepreneurial, melding passion and play, gaining confidence (I never knew I had), and smashing that glass ceiling.
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