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Monarch Sublimation by Emma Vint (Compass Academy Alumni)
By Mary Eggart (Click HERE for the FULL interview) Emma Vint of Conway is one amazing Central Arkansas young lady. She and her mother, Amber, own and operate Monarch Sublimation. Sublimation is a method of digital printing that transfers a design onto a surface or material using ink or dye, heat, and pressure. Vint creates all kinds of cute and clever designs that she meticulously places on various items like tumblers, mugs, coasters and bookmarks. And with the special assistance of Jennifer Patterson, owner of Grace Transfers, Vint is also able to press her designs onto canvas and clothing herself. Vint stated that she enjoyed the creative process of coming up with designs, but what she really loves most is unveiling the finished product. When she completes the sublimation process, Vint said that unwrapping and seeing the design is her favorite part—that’s where the payoff lies. In fact, her mother laughed and said that Emma won’t ever allow her to take the tape off to reveal the finished product. That is Emma’s job alone. When asked what her busiest time of year was, without hesitation Vint responded, “Christmas!” This past Christmas she made 17 mugs in one evening. Vint explained why she chose a butterfly to be the inspiration and logo of her business name. “They are really pretty with all their beautiful colors,” she said. She credits her teacher, Ms. Stefani Green, for helping her choose Monarch Sublimation as the name of her crafting business. Vint attends Compass Academy in Conway, which is a private non-profit K-12 school for children with special needs. They also have an adult program that begins after the 12th grade that focuses on improving life skills. Vint has been diagnosed with autism, retinitis pigmentosa (meaning she only has limited central vision) and an additional genetic condition. She has a close relationship with many of her teachers and has made extraordinary progress while attending Compass Academy, where she has also established many lasting friendships. Ms. Green commented on Emma’s remarkable abilities and determination, stating, “Emma is a very talented young lady. When she told me that she was going to start her own business, I was so excited for her and told her she will be very successful because she has the drive and support from family, friends and all of us at Compass Academy.” https://monarchsublimation.myshopify.com/ |