Jamie Fingal: My Life on a Cup Series

By Visual Stories Journal

In June 2023, celebrated textile and mixed media artist Jamie Fingal launched a unique and heartfelt project titled "My Life on a Cup." What began as a simple idea evolved into a captivating watercolor series that reflected Fingal’s day-to-day experiences and internal world — one cup at a time.

A Cup as Canvas

Each painting in the series features a cup — sometimes whimsical, sometimes symbolic — that captures a personal thought, moment, or memory. These are not ordinary cups; they are expressions of joy, resilience, humor, and the everyday beauty Fingal sees and shares through her artistic lens.

As the series unfolded, it became clear that “My Life on a Cup” was more than an exercise in watercolor — it was a visual journal of identity and inspiration.

102 Paintings, One Story at a Time

By December 2023, Fingal had completed 102 individual watercolor paintings in the series, a milestone she proudly shared in her year-end reflection post. Each piece added a new layer to the evolving narrative, demonstrating not only her dedication to the project but also her discipline as a daily creative.

The cups serve as vessels — not just for coffee or tea, but for ideas, moods, and visual storytelling. They offer viewers a relatable and imaginative way to engage with art.

Everyday Objects, Extraordinary Expression

Fingal’s cup series exemplifies her talent for transforming the mundane into the meaningful. While she is best known for her bold textile work and quilt art, this project reveals her fluency with watercolor and her ability to carry visual themes across media.

“My Life on a Cup” invites viewers to find beauty in the ordinary — and to reflect on how even the smallest moments in life deserve celebration through art.

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To explore the full series and see Jamie Fingal’s thoughts on its creation, visit:
Jamie Fingal Designs