2015 Fenton ArtWalk Artist Janet Johnson to Appear at Headlines Hair Salon July 11

Residence: I was born and raised in Waterford MI and raised my family there also. After living for a short time in Macomb Township I made Grand Blanc my home and have resided here for about 4 years now.

How did you get started as an artist? Honestly I think I got started when my mother put the first crayon in my hand as a child. I have always enjoyed arts and crafts and have tried my hand at just about everything over the years beginning with paint by number and model car kits as a child.

I’ve taken many hands on classes and created photo albums, door wreaths, hand painted clothing, and sewing projects to name a few. I traveled the craft circuit for a few years creating and selling my unique hand painted items and try to keep up scrapbooking my photos.

My latest and greatest passion is making jewelry. I am still in the learning process and enjoying this new art form every step of the way.

Describe your art: Handmade bracelets, necklaces and earrings both pierced and clip on with the use of several different types of beads and charms including, glass, wood, metal and plastic.

What is your next project? I never know what my next project will be and always looking for new ways to create.

Where can your art be found? JJ Crafty Chicks on Facebook

Do you belong to any art organizations? I am a new member of Lakes Area Arts Council

What inspires you? I am inspired by other artisans and being able to converse with them about their special talents.