Daily Inspiration: Meet Aya Talssi

Today we’d like to introduce you to Aya Talssi.

Hi Aya, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
I’m a Canadian-Moroccan artist and the founder of Artisticipse. Alongside my career as a diagnostic medical sonographer, I’ve been building a creative business around my love for art.

What started as a personal passion has slowly grown into something much bigger than I ever imagined. Over time, I began experimenting with different techniques, mediums, and textures, eventually developing my own artistic style. I’m especially drawn to monochromatic artwork and the idea of creating something visually striking using a limited colour palette.

I started sharing my creative process on social media, and watching people from around the world connect with my work has been one of the most rewarding parts of this journey. What began as simply sharing my paintings has grown into an online community and a business where I get to create and sell original artwork to collectors.

As Artisticipse continues to grow, I’m constantly looking for new ways to challenge myself creatively and push the boundaries of what I can create. One of my latest projects is creating 100 original paintings in one month, which is pushing me to explore new ideas and step outside my comfort zone.

I’m excited to see where this journey takes me and how my work continues to evolve.

Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It definitely hasn’t always been a smooth road. One of my biggest challenges has been balancing my career as a diagnostic medical sonographer with my passion for art. Working in healthcare can be physically and mentally demanding, and there have been plenty of days when I’ve come home exhausted but still wanted to spend hours creating. Finding the time and energy to build Artisticipse alongside a completely different career has taught me a lot about discipline, patience, and how much this truly means to me.

Another challenge has been finding my own artistic identity. I’ve experimented with different styles, techniques, and mediums over time, and it took a lot of trial and error to discover what felt authentic to me.

I’ve also learnt that being an artist involves so much more than creating artwork. There’s the business side, marketing, content creation, and figuring out how to turn something you’re passionate about into something people connect with and want to invest in. It can be overwhelming at times, especially when you’re trying to manage everything yourself.

But I think those challenges have made the journey even more rewarding. They’ve taught me to trust the process, be patient with myself, and keep showing up even when things don’t go exactly as planned. Looking back, I’m grateful for how much I’ve grown, both as an artist and as a person.

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
Through Artisticipse, I create original artwork that explores the relationship between texture, light, and shadow. While I enjoy experimenting with different styles and mediums, I’ve become especially known for my monochromatic paintings, where I challenge myself to create depth, dimension, and intricate details using just one colour.

What I love most about working with a limited colour palette is that it encourages people to look beyond colour and appreciate the smaller details that might otherwise go unnoticed. I use different techniques to bring my paintings to life, creating pieces that change depending on how the light hits them and the angle they’re viewed from.

A lot of my work is inspired by nature, landscapes, and the beauty of everyday subjects. I love taking something familiar and interpreting it in a way that feels different and unexpected. Whether I’m creating a peaceful landscape or a more detailed, intricate piece, I want my artwork to make people stop, look a little closer, and appreciate the details.

What I’m most proud of is developing an artistic style that feels genuinely my own and seeing how people from different parts of the world connect with it. Building Artisticipse has given me the opportunity to share my creative process, connect with an incredible community, and have my original artwork find homes with collectors.

I think what sets my work apart is my willingness to experiment and challenge what can be achieved with limited materials and colours. I love the idea that something so simple can become something incredibly detailed and expressive.

Do you have any advice for those just starting out?
My biggest piece of advice would be to just start, even if you don’t feel ready. I think it’s so easy to get caught up in wanting everything to be perfect, whether that’s your artwork, your style, or how you present yourself online. But the truth is, you learn so much more by actually putting yourself out there than by waiting for the perfect moment.

Don’t be afraid to experiment and try things that are completely outside your comfort zone. Your artistic style isn’t something you necessarily discover overnight. It develops through practice, trial and error, and being willing to create things that don’t always turn out the way you imagined.

I would also encourage anyone starting out to share their journey, not just their finished work. Social media has played such a big role in growing Artisticipse, and I’ve learned that people genuinely enjoy seeing the creative process and the person behind the artwork. You never know who your work might reach or what opportunities could come from simply sharing something you love.

And lastly, try not to measure your progress against someone else’s. Everyone’s journey looks different, and growth isn’t always linear. Some days you’ll feel incredibly inspired, and other days you might question everything you’re doing. What’s important is that you keep creating, keep learning, and give yourself the chance to grow.

If there’s one thing I wish I had known earlier, it’s that you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. You just have to be willing to take that first step.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://artisticipse.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artisticipse/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artisticipse
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@artisticipse
• Other: https://www.tiktok.com/@artisticipse

Image Credits
Aya Talssi