The Art of the Personal Project is a crucial element to let potential buyers see how you think creatively on your own. I am drawn to personal projects that have an interesting vision or that show something I have never seen before. In this thread, I’ll include a link to each personal project with the artist statement so you can see more of the project. Please note: This thread is not affiliated with any company; I’m just featuring projects that I find. Please DO NOT send me your work. I do not take submissions.
Today’s featured artist: Tom Hussey
“And to All a Good Nightcap: The 12 Cocktails of Christmas”
And to All a Good Nightcap: The 12 Cocktails of Christmas is all about capturing the heart of the holiday spirit through mixology and storytelling. Each cocktail in this series isn’t just a recipe—it’s a celebration of tradition, creativity, and the joy we share during this magical season.
With this project, I reimagined Christmas as a blend of flavors, community, and the cultural traditions that make the holidays so special. Santa himself takes the lead, narrating each drink with his signature charm and nostalgia. From the boldness of The Smoking Gun to the tropical refreshment of the Key West Mojito, each cocktail tells a story, inviting you to savor not just the taste but the moments they create.
This project wouldn’t have been possible without an incredible team. A huge thank you to Patty Hussey from The Production Party for her amazing work as producer and stylist, and played the part of Santa for the drink images. Thanks also to Ken Womack and Mike Stopper from The Agency Hack, for bringing it all together with their fantastic title and design.
For me, this project is about more than cocktails—it’s about celebrating the joy of connection, the stories we share, and the memories we create over a glass. Here’s to raising a toast to life’s most spirited moments. Cheers!
To see more of this project, click here
APE contributor Suzanne Sease currently works as a consultant for photographers and illustrators around the world. She has been involved in the photography and illustration advertising and in-house corporate industry for decades. After establishing the art-buying department at The Martin Agency, then working for Kaplan-Thaler, Capital One, Best Buy and numerous smaller agencies and companies, she decided to be a consultant in 1999. Follow her on Instagram
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