JOURNAL — Updates

Happy Fall! It’s October and we’re are easing into our fall routines around here. My kids are back in school have given me time to work on more art and creative projects, which has been so nice. Hopefully you’ve gotten in to a new seasonal rhythm too! I thought I’d do a quick check in today and let you know a few things we’ve been working on around here lately. I’ve been in the fall mood and have been making a lot new art. As a result, my IG feed is giving major autumnal vibes! There’s a lot of fun...

Just popping in to let you know I just posted a new studio vlog on my youtube channel. This one basically covers February and March, which have actually been pretty busy months. I talk about life and work right now as a full time artist / illustrator and small business owner.  Art business topics discussed Lots of art + business topics covered new video podcast my studio makeover the 100 day project new artwork my childrens book progress business growth/outsourcing website/portfolio update a new skillshare class life stuff Phew! As you can tell, it’s been a busy season of life. Hope you enjoy the video!

I’ve just released a new Skillshare class! - Art Styles: Minimalist Mark Making Patterns. In this class, we make quick, simple and graphic mark making patterns. This style is fun because it’s is all about casual play and experimentation. The exercises are not only fun and easy to paint, but they also create strong and eye catching designs. It’s a very easy and relaxing painting class, all about embracing imperfections and following your artistic instincts. You can watch the trailer on YouTube below. Click this link to watch the full course: https://skl.sh/38ItvRb. If you aren’t already a Skillshare member, you...

There’s a new studio vlog on my YouTube channel! It’s a long form/very chatty art biz vlog style update. Follow along as I pack up framed art print orders, work on a new Skillshare class and talk about new creative projects. Let me keep you company while you work around the house - that’s how I like to watch these style videos ;).It’s been almost a year since my last YT video (thanks covid) and I’ve been thinking a lot about creating more content on this platform. I hope for it to be a way to connect and a place...

I have a new framed art collection with West Elm, so we’ve been shipping lots of framed art prints lately in these beautiful natural wood frames. Natural and black wood frames now available with all our art prints through our website! Beautiful and modern solid wood frames, made in the USA. Available for 5x7, 8x10, 11x14 prints. Purchase together and your print will come framed and ready to hang upon arrival.