Lois Bailey is a student at the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), who dabbles as a painter
The female Ghanaian creative has a quest to run her own company, which she calls The Damsel Painter
Bailey recently spoke to Trust Ghana News about her work, school, challenges, and plans
Lois Bailey is a venturesome student at the University of Education, Winneba, making strides in a male-dominated occupation as a female creative painter.
Despite the challenges she has encountered in her young career, she is determined to break barriers and become one of the most loved painters in Ghana.
Some of her clients undermine and underrate her judgment and expertise because of her gender, but she is eager to exceed expectations for herself.
Becoming a painter
Lois’ decision to take the paintbrush and beautify homes was inspired by her father. She attributes her quest to pursue a career in the field ruled by men to her father, who is into construction.
Although her father is her biggest inspiration, she has the desire to find her own path in life as well as motivate others with her talent.
With the brand name, The Damsel Painter, which she plans to unveil soon, Lois will position herself as a force in the building and construction sector.
Lois Bailey’s story is interesting because she is a level-400 student at the University of Education, Winneba, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in English Education. She studied General Arts at Winneba Senior High School.
Although her degree and senior high school education are directly not linked to painting, Lois says she got exposure from her father, making the transition easy.