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Designing invitations is one of my favorite things to do. I designed 8 or 9 invitations / suites in 2019, and then 2020 came along... 🤷🏽&zwj;♀️ I just wrapped up my first invitation suite in a while (assembly is happening tonight) and it felt SO go

Still super proud of this one so I thought I’d give it a spot on my grid ✨ I’m currently working on another bouquet illustration and I can’t wait to share it !!

ICYMI, custom bouquet illustrations are now available in my Etsy shop

My SIL’s friend recently lost her dog 😭 so my SIL asked me to make this illustration of her as a way to remember her. Not only is this one of my favorite pet portraits yet, but I love how meaningful this gift is 🖤

I loved designing this joint bridal shower invite for my cousin and soon-to-be-cousin!

#invitationdesign #bridalshowerinvitation #stationerylove

Currently enjoying the fact that it’s *not* snowing today, and also, enjoying the art that came from this snowy day a few weeks ago. Swipe to see the source photo ➡️

My favorite art buddy 🐾 he just snuggled up next to me as I wrote this 😭😍 and sometimes tries to sit on my arm while I’m painting etc. he tried to literally sit on me the other night 🙈

In other news, I don’t know about you but I&rsqu

Finished this smaller coastal painting last night 🌾 it felt good! I also picked out the next coastal scene and can’t wait to get started on it this weekend. Loving the coastal palettes too 😍 cheers to the weekend!!

!!! NEW PRODUCT ALERT !!!

I’m excited to share that I’ve added custom WEDDING BOUQUET ILLUSTRATIONS to my shop! Swipe to see an example and detail shots ✨

You can see the new listing in my Etsy shop via the fancy new link in my bio!

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Although it’s cold and icy outside, I’m looking forward to getting lost in summer colors like these again starting next week 🌾 I’ve been focused on a few commissions lately, but am ready to get back into my coastal painting series

Part of the fun in taking photos recently has been turning them into illustrations ✨ all my favorite elements are here: plaid shirt ✔️ colors with good contrast ✔️ curly hair with dimension ✔️ fun layers like the jacket and poncho ✔️

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It’s always so hard to choose favorites, but here are a few from Erin and Nick’s maternity session 💕

What do you love and remember about previous homes? I still have a clear picture in my mind and memories from the house I was born in, even though my family moved when I was 6 or 7. Any time I go by that house, I get a warm nostalgic feeling. It was

This #coupleillustration is part two of a recent housewarming gift commission (the dog from a few posts back is part one!). I loved working on this one, especially the folds of the blue dress!

Sharing a little bit about me today for some of the new people around here (hi 👋🏼 and welcome!!) Here we go:

I’ve always loved to create and earned my bachelor of fine arts degree in graphic design (with a business minor) in 2014 – som

A few favorites from yesterday’s magical snowy mini maternity session. I love capturing the sweet anticipation 💕 thanks @molly.r.wilcox (and Jesse) for braving the cold!

A recently finished pup illustration ✨ this one will be a housewarming gift for someone’s brother-in-law (along with another illustration) - such a sweet idea!

Also - I don’t know this buddy, but doesn’t he look like a good boy?? S