A common view in the old towns here in Italy…seemingly infinite rooftops going on and on…
I am loving the creation of repeating of patterns and experimenting with variations. For this rooftop pattern, I keep tinkering with the sizes and window placements. I know it’s been done before, but still fun to do your own. … See the full post »
I am loving Spoonflower and all the great designers currently using their platform. It’s not cheap to design and print your own fabric, but the satisfaction of having created something from scratch really drives you to make the best possible product in the end. I also love the empowerment their platform is giving to … See the full post »
Lately I’ve been trying to experiment with many different mediums and not be locked into any one method of art and design. Although I’ve primarily been working digitally, I have always been intrigued with the watercolor medium. I totally love the wispy loose lines and colors you can create and many of my favorite … See the full post »
I have a love-hate relationship with the Italian postal service.
First of all, I absolutely love receiving old-fashioned written correspondence because it means so much more when someone has taken the time and effort to write manually. Even though I appreciate digital forms of communication for the convenience and speed, nothing beats holding that envelope … See the full post »
Inspiration can come from just about anything and yet, artists spend a great deal of time searching and even waiting for that special spark. I am inspired all the time, seeing new patterns and designs in everything that surrounds me. The swirls in my morning cup of coffee or even the splotches on the … See the full post »
In attempts to declutter, I happened to glance through a bunch of my old drawings, watercolors and other such creative musings. I have to say it was quite nice to see all that I’ve accomplished so far, even if I still have a long way to go. It really helps to review your accomplishments … See the full post »
Triggered by the chair theme for this week at Inspire Me Thursday, I did a quick digital illustration of something pictured in my mind. I suppose you might see this scene at a circus or maybe Sea World?!
My imagination quickly turned the seal into other animals balancing chairs and it got me thinking…what can … See the full post »
So I’ve been a bit down lately, but my lovely blog friends have helped to cheer me up and keep me going. Thank you all for your kind comments and encouragement, it’s really been wonderful to have a place to share my adventures along this creative journey, even with the bumps that go along … See the full post »
I’ve always been a big fan of rubber stamping, fascinated by the designs and creations that can come from them. I thought it would be to cool to create my own, especially as I am going through Lena Corwin’s book, Printing by Hand: A Modern Guide to Printing with Handmade Stamps, Stencils, and Silk … See the full post »
I’ve been in a very reflective mood all day and perhaps I often get into these moods because I’m working alone most of the time. I think many of us might be in the same boat when it comes to freelancing and independent folks working from home. With no one around to chit chat … See the full post »
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