Journey Early’s Life After ‘Love on the Spectrum’: Baking Dreams and Creative Pursuits

Journey Early’s Life After ‘Love on the Spectrum’: Baking Dreams and Creative Pursuits

Journey Early captivated viewers in Season 2 of Netflix’s ‘Love on the Spectrum,’ where she candidly discussed what it’s like to date while both autistic and queer. Though she didn’t find love on the show, Journey has thrived in other areas of her life since then.

This article illuminates her budding career as a pastry chef, her artistic gift in music and visual arts, and the unflagging support her family offers. Her story serves as a reminder that personal development isn’t just about romance but that caring deeply about what you do can open you up to exciting opportunities.

Of Reality TV Star Turned Aspiring Pastry Chef

Even though she had been on a date in the past, Journey Early was a complete beginner at dating when she joined the cast of Love on the Spectrum Season 2 at 18. Your first date was two times. She joined the show as a Chicago native looking to bring a new voice — and her bold way of dressing — to the series: On her dates with Kara and Talia, she had remained true to herself and shared what was on her mind without filters.

Once the show ended, Journey turned her attention to a new type of love — baking. In April of this year, she took her most significant step, enrolling in pastry school, putting her longtime passion on a path to becoming a career. For Journey, baking is more than creating yummy treats. It’s a kind of self-expression and comfort.

“Through baking, I’m able to show love to the people around me,” Journey said on her social channels.

She posts her latest dishes on her Instagram account, which has over 12,000 followers. From elaborate French pastries like Patte de chat to tigre financiers, Journey’s skills keep growing. Her training pays dividends as she masters more complex recipes and techniques.

In February 2024, Journey visited the WGN News studio and brought homemade pastries for everyone. This one act demonstrates what she does best: using her skills to connect with people and show appreciation. There was a sense that the interview shone some light on her developing confidence both in the kitchen and in front of the camera.

Creativity With Art and Music

(She’s also a creative dynamo, but that’s another story for another time.) She is currently engaged in a few projects across various mediums to express her perspective and capabilities. This multitalented young woman has another form of self-expression: drawing.

Journey paints bold acrylic self-portraits that reveal a bit of her inner world. Her idiosyncratic artistic style sometimes uses bright colors and emotional themes. Ballet also inspires her, and she has created pieces such as her La Sylphide dress painting that reflects her meticulousness.

“Art assists me with processing emotions and disseminating them to others,” Journey said in a recent post on her social media account. Journey is now taking her love of visual arts to the next level by getting ready to open her own Etsy shop.

As she starts this business, she hopes to share and sell her artwork to a wider audience and hone her business skills. Music is the third pillar of Journey’s creative life.

She has recently learned to play the challenging “Arabesque No. 1,” a self-taught pianist. Her big, powerful singing voice comes across especially in covers of pop songs that she records and produces herself. Some of her most watched television shows have been “Eternal Sunshine,” “Cadillac,” and “As Long as You are Mine.

Journey cites artists including Pentatonix, Imogen Heap, and Ariana Grande as influences on her vocal layering techniques. She pursues these musical pursuits to continue developing as a performer and find new ways to express herself.

Family Involvement And Personal Development

Support has been the bedrock of Journey’s success on and off screen, helping her rise through adversity. When Journey received an autism diagnosis at age 17, her parents set up a safe space in which she could be completely herself.

“I didn’t have anything to worry about coming out, being different — my parents were there for me,” Journey has said of their upbringing in interviews. That acceptance also extended to her queer identity.

Journey said she was accepted by loved ones when she revealed she was attracted to women, unlike many young LGBTQ+ individuals. That kind of unconditional support formed the basis of her confidence to pursue her dreams transparently.

In March 2019, I started the journey of my life. Family adventures have been such an integral part of my Journey. A Dec. 2024 visit to Lake Geneva, part of a “mother-and-daughter tour of the world,” led to unforgettable moments.

She also enjoys close relationships with her siblings, from goofing off at home to planning magical trips to Disneyland together. Journey has a trusty furry friend, her dog, who also offers her extra love and companionship. Journey has designed her life around family time, creative endeavors, and her pet.

Reconnecting The Cool Kids With Joy In Daily Life

Outside of studying pastry arts and creating music, Journey enjoys the little things that bring her joy. Nature occupies a special place in her heart, and she regularly celebrates moments of outdoor appreciation on social media.

“Standing with butterflies or listening to ocean waves makes me feel grounded,” Journey wrote in a recent post. She explores new bakeries, sampling various treats to help her make her own pastries. These outings merge her passion for food with her interest in new experiences.

Journey has stayed in touch with some of her castmates from ‘Love on the Spectrum,’ although she prefers not to disclose too many details about her personal life. The series captured her quest for a romantic connection, but Journey is content with pursuing individual goals and creative endeavors. “I’m still painfully single!” Journey told Netflix’s Tudum in an interview last year.

“I haven’t been on one date since the show, and I can’t seem to get past the talking stage this long after. I’m still searching for a girlfriend, but it matters less to me than last spring. These priorities signify Journey’s maturity as she balances romantic dreams with career aspirations and personal development.

FAQ

Q: Is Journey Early still with anybody from the show?
A: No, Journey is not dating anyone right now. Her relationship with Talia did not advance past what fans witnessed on the small screen.

Q: What does Journey Early do for a living these days?
A: Journey is training to be a professional pastry chef. She started pastry school in April 2023 and is still working on her baking.

Q: Is Journey Early selling her artwork?
A: Journey plans to create an Etsy shop to sell her art, but the shop isn’t open yet. Check out her social media for announcements about its reopening.

Q: What is Journey Early’s current age?
A: Now, Journey’s in her early twenties. She was 18 when she first appeared on Love on the Spectrum.”

Q: Do you have social media accounts I can follow for Journey Early?
A: Yes, Journey has an Instagram account with more than 12,000 followers, where she frequently posts about baking, art, and what she does in her daily life.

Final Words

The story of Journey Early goes beyond her role on Love on the Spectrum.’ Although it introduced her to the audience as a young woman searching for romance, her arc represents new growth. Journey shapes her way through the arts of pastry, music, and visual arts, as well as family support.

Her openness about autism and queer identity makes her an essential representative for communities that are often underrepresented. As she grows professionally and discovers her talents, she shows that success comes in different forms and timelines.

Fans of ‘Love on the Spectrum’ Journey’s story extends beyond the show. Not every date develops into a long-lasting love, but every date is a chance for personal development. Though Journey may not have met her perfect companion through television, she’s forging ahead with the authenticity that earned her fans.