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Busy, Busy

February 19, 2014

After attending fashion week, I have been busy decorating and cleaning my studio. Still have to paint and getting new flooring. I love the quilted organizer!! I just put together (yes, I did it… tools and all) my new glass top desk and and a new office chair. I haven`t figured out the decor for the wall yet but I am working it out. I even feel a little rusty as I used to draw and photograph daily. As I finish this I will post more pictures. If you too would like the quilted organizers ...

book illustrator, fashion, Illustrations, wedding illustrations, What's new!

Behind The Scenes Part 1

October 16, 2013

I have been nose to the grinder in the past few weeks as I have been working hard on some projects and really wanted to update everyone. Grab your favorite drink and listen in what I have been working on. First on the list… I wanted to start by taking a moment and say thank you from the bottom of my heart to those of you who read and visit my blog and follow me on social media. This year has been one big tumble down the rabbit hole, in both a good way and a bad way. I don`t ...

creativity, diy, inspiration, Motivation, What's new!

5 Things You Tell Yourself that Kill Your Creativity

August 27, 2013

Have you ever found yourself talking yourself out of projects? Being mean or stingy to yourself? How about demeaning your skills? Those are sure fire ways to kill your creativity! Since I recently engaged in this shameful behavior, I figure I`d write an article on how I conquered my meany talk and revived my creativity. I am so afraid to make mistakes. Then fearlessly make mistakes. How can you build on your skill or career if you are not willing to make a mistake? How do you know what to ...

creativity, fashion, Illustrations, watercolor

Some Dessert?

June 25, 2013

As if you didn`t know, I am forever on a “eat better” regimen. (I refuse to call it a diet.) So after looking at some cupcakes, I decided to paint a couple of them. They are calorie free!