Young at Art Cover Artist Abigail Reller
photo: CASEY MCMURRAY PHOTOGRAPHY
by Leah Draffen
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IT WAS DURING A SUMMER such as this that Abigail Reller and her daughter, Anna Frances, set out to paint a piece to go above their family sofa. “My husband kept encouraging me to do something I loved while my son was in daycare. So, we got the supplies, and my daughter and I painted together. That first piece started it all once I posted it on social media.” One family saw her post and had interest in Abigail painting with their sons, which led to a connection with interior designer Kristine Flynn, who loved the idea and offered her office as a place to paint. Abigail reflects, “Both of those women asked ‘what do we need to do to make this happen?’ I’ve learned that I really don’t think it’s possible to start a business on your own. It demands the generosity of others.” On Saturdays, Abigail would clear out Flynn Designs’ lobby to set up for art sessions. “I would >>
