SARAH EGAN
Sarah is an Illustrator based in Boston and southeastern Massachusetts. With a background in digital and watercolor mediums, she is passionate about creating earnest, whimsical illustrations that emphasize atmosphere and color. Through her work she aims to explore themes of human connection and nostalgia. After receiving a BFA in Illustration from Massachusetts College of Art and Design, she has gone on to work in the editorial illustration field and on public murals in the greater Boston area.
Instagram: @sarahegan.art
Website: saraheganart.com
Find this poster at The Honan-Allston Library
ARTIST Q&A
Born: Boston, MA
Currently lives: Bridgewater, MA
Title of artwork: A Day in the Life
What’s it about? “A Day in the Life” is a watercolor illustration that depicts two best friends spending a day off together. It’s an exploration into the mundane; and how allowing yourself the opportunity to learn something new can be a great source of joy – even something like rowing a boat or fishing!
Where else can we find your work? Artists Magazine and Columbia Nursing Magazine
Where is your favorite public art piece in the area? Any of Laura DeDonato’s murals!
Who is your favorite Boston-area artist to follow? Ekua Holmes
What are fall activity are you looking forward to? Eating apple cider doughnuts
What’s your favorite way to spend a day off? Either A) getting lost in an art museum with friends or B) sleeping in and enjoying a good book for the whole day.
What was your top song for 2021? Champagne Problems by Taylor Swift
Favorite food spot in in Allston, Brighton or the surrounding area? Coreanos
What have you learned about your creative practice in recent years? I’ve learned that downtime is just as important to the creative practice as being productive. Since gently embracing this, I can feel my relationship to creativity healing.
What is a piece of advice you would give to your past self as a young artist? You don’t have to be perfect all of the time. You have a great work ethic and are never going to be afraid to put in the time and effort, so, in the meantime, don’t be afraid to experiment and have FUN! Also, please keep a better sketchbook practice.
What is your dream project to work on? I have so many! I would love to illustrate a magazine cover, a children’s book, and work on more murals.
