My prints have taken a little journey down to Atlanta, GA; if you live nearby, you can go visit them at the lovely Young Blood Gallery & Boutique!
Young Blood
Monsters
Finally, a new illustration! I was asked to create an image to accompany a poem about a childhood fear of monsters. Thinking back, I can still remember that instant surge of fear when I flicked off the basement light, sure that the darkness behind me was suddenly filled with hands trying to grab my legs as I ran up the stairs. I remember the relief of slamming the door on the dark unknown. That is the kind of "monster" that scared me, not an elaborately grotesque imagined beast but the feeling that there was an unseen "something" there, silently preparing to attack.
Whew! I hope that creeping, silent fear is communicated in the image. I'll post again once it's been published, but just wanted to let the world know that yes, I am still here, still drawing!
New workspace
It's still a work in progress - this was taken about a week ago, it's a bit tidier now - but this is where I've set up shop as of this month. It's a much smaller space than I've had before, but it's been fun figuring out how to make it all fit. Still have a couple more things to do - paint that ladder is one of them. When it's finished I'll give you a closer look.
colorful fringe
This month I had the pleasure to handcraft eight of these fringe panels. They were used as photo backdrops for the Superlative issue of Providence Monthly. It's been fun being surrounded by these bright, summery colors!
cottage
Soft
After months of only creating works digitally, I've been longing to make something that lives beyond my computer screen. This collage combines a drawing inspired by a taxidermy butterfly with some of my favorite threads and a scrap of fabric left over from my projects in Bolivia. I love the faded colors (which might not translate so well on screen, unfortunately) and the beautiful mess that always occurs on the back of an embroidery.
Coffee culture
I absolutely love starting my day with a cup of coffee. The comforting warmth, a kiss of steam, deep chocolate-y brown... even the splotches and drips I used to make these illustrations are comforting to me. This set of coffee-fueled illustrations was published in the Bay Magazine's February issue. Enjoy!
Gliding into Winter
Winter is here! How fitting that on this first day of the new season we have gotten our first real snow here in Providence, and that I have these illustrations to share with you. SO Rhode Island asked me to create 4 half-page illustrations for a winter story. I am seriously filling up my portfolio with the color blue; it is my favorite, especially in minty hues.
Last Minute Gifts
Hello, friends! If you've had an eye on anything in my shop, now is a great time to grab a few gifts (and perhaps a treat for yourself). For the rest of this week, use code HOLIDAY2010 when placing an order through my etsy shop to get 20% off any order (valid until next Monday the 20th). I have most items in stock (will ship immediately), and anything that I've run out of will ship Monday the 20th at the latest. Which is conveniently the USPS holiday shipping cut off date (for U.S.) ! Ah, and I almost forgot to mention- I'm also including a free bird ornament with any fabric item purchase.
I hope this helps you cross some lines off your to-do list. Hope you have a peaceful week!
Bazaar Bizarre Boston!
I am getting so excited for Bazaar Bizarre Boston this Sunday, it will be my first time attending or selling there. I'm sharing space with fellow artist friend Karli Hendrickson who makes awesome prints. Come visit us at booth 114!