Carrie Marie Hand
Carrie Marie Hand is a Detroit-born artist and experienced signing coordinator who skillfully balances a career in the mortgage and title industry with her lifelong passion for abstract art.
For nearly a decade, she has worked with The Accurate Group, meticulously reviewing deeds, mortgages, and closing documents to ensure error-free client reports. Her precision and attention to detail in this role mirror the discipline she brings to her artistic practice, where careful observation and execution are essential.
As the founder and proprietor of CB Abstract Art, Carrie has spent over a decade creating impressionistic, abstract paintings inspired by masters such as Van Gogh, Monet, and contemporary artist Tyree Guyton. Her work has been exhibited internationally in countries including France, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, and the United Arab Emirates, with notable recognition such as her painting featured at the Louvre in Paris in 2025. She also maintains an active presence online through platforms like Society6 and Redbubble, cultivating a loyal client base and sharing her creative vision with collectors around the world. Carrie’s approach to both her professional and artistic endeavors emphasizes balance, intentionality, and connection. She is deeply involved in her community, supporting causes like Gilda’s Club and Safe and Sound Child Advocacy Center through art donations and participation in fundraising events. Through her dual career, she demonstrates how dedication, precision, and a commitment to personal passion can coexist, allowing her to thrive in both structured professional environments and the fluid, expressive world of contemporary abstract art.
• Title Examiner of Real Estate
• Title Abstractor
• Short Sale Negotiator, Summit Mitigation Services, CO
• Macomb Community College- Associate's
• Featured in Port Huron newspaper article 'Coloring the Community'
• Painting exhibited at the Louvre in Paris
• Work shown internationally including Dubai, Spain, and Italy
• The Art Boxy
• Gilda's Club Rochester
• Safe and Sound Child Advocacy Center
What do you attribute your success to?
I would say my success comes from my Influencal strong Grandmother Carmela, hard working loving father, beloved kind mother, caring, thoughtful husband Scott, sweet son Johnny, smart brother Mike and Creg, beautiful sisters Melissa, Jillian, Elizabeth, Aunt Dee and my caring loving cousins.
My father a strong German man, he always had this sink-or-swim mentality which helped me become a strong independent women. When certain circumstances happen you had to figure it out in a creative way.
I am very greatful for how my Mom and Dad shaped and molded me so that I am not afraid to stand up for what is right.
I've had so much trauma in my life that art is something I need to do. It's not what I want to do; I need to make people happy with my art. I personally have made paintings for people, and to this day, they tell me they still have my painting hanging on their wall and see it every day. Just that joy of hearing them say that about my work is worth more than money. In every piece of my work it's a piece of my soal.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve received is from my boss, Sharon Detgen to “sleep on it” and step back before making big decisions, and from artist Tyree Guyton, to never lose my uniqueness. Both have taught me the value of patience and staying true to my vision.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering the art and creative industry is to give everything 100%, hold on to your uniqueness, and build a network of supportive women while confidently asserting yourself. Don’t be afraid—just get out there and do it!
Special thanks to these strong women that helped me in the Mortgage Industry Sharon SVP, Rosanna, Misty, Chanea and Addie you women have taught me so much not only about work but about life I cherish our conversations.
Stephanie, Faith, Renee, Juliie ,Marie, Lindsay, Tammy, Jill and Ashley thank you for being strong affluent women in my life and help me promote my business CB Abstract Art!
To my Art Teacher from High School in Harbor Beach Michigan, Lorrie Schramski thank you for believing in me and my art as a young women and being one of the best teachers ever!
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenges I face are the naysayers, the people who say you can't do it. I'm the type of person who will prove you wrong and show that I can do it. In the art industry, everything is so expensive, from materials to framing. I've learned to buy framed work at places like the Salvation Army, repaint over it, and make money by spending just $2 on something and turning it into something new. Refurbishing something old into something new has been key for me. You have to have thick skin in the art world. I've heard things that would make other people curl up in a ball, but see it as constructive criticism.I understand that it's good advice to make sure I don't change what I do, because what doesn't please one person will please another.
You can see my artwork on Redbubble under CBABSTRACTART.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The most important values to me are balance and collaboration. Balance is crucial because sometimes things get too overwhelming but if you're able to balance everything and make sure everyone has a smile on their face, then you're doing a good job.
Collaboration is also key. If you can collaborate and get other people's ideas to help put you on the right path and it inspires me to hear different views and ideas.