teahouse stroll I’ve been designing pattern collections for over five years now, and have developed a process that helps me avoid overwhelm and design collections that are sellable. Come along with me as I take you through my process of building my new collection called Teahouse Stroll. developing a theme
Want to hear all about how I’m selling my art in 2025? In this new podcast-style video on my Youtube channel, I share four of the best ways to sell your art considering all that has changed about selling art online in the last year. This post is part of
Want to create a trending Art Nouveau-inspired pattern on your iPad? In this tutorial, we’ll explore fluid whiplash curves, sketch motifs, and build a seamless repeat pattern in Procreate. This decorative, nature-inspired style is super-trending right now, making it a perfect addition to your portfolio! Plus, I’ll share my favorite
You all have been asking for a way to know when a collection is ready to pitch, sell, or share with the world, and this is my answer! I created an actual checklist for you that will allow you to critique your own collections as you create them, so you
I’m so excited to share that one of my fonts can now be used by Minted artists for customizable cards like this adorable classroom valentine by @oliviagoreedesign I love when a business licenses one of my fonts, but this one is special because I am a Minted artist myself and
Are you starting your digital art journey and want to avoid common pitfalls? Today, we’re diving into five mistakes beginners often make in digital art—and how you can fix them! Whether you’re creating illustrations, surface patterns, or hand lettering, these tips will help you improve your workflow, save time, and
The question of how long an art and design trend lasts has made many a designer question their beloved collection that has taken “too long” to finish. Is it too late? Should I just give up on this trend and move on to the next one? Of course, every trend
In this post, you’ll how to create your first seamless repeat pattern in Affinity Designer — the app that has been a total game changer for my process! This beginner-friendly tutorial walks you through everything from sketching motifs to vectorizing your designs and making them perfectly repeatable. Perfect for surface
My fluid flourishes are one of the things I get the most comments on from art directors, companies, and customers, so I know that these fluid shapes are helping my work stand out from the crowd. In this tutorial we’ll explore ways to easily draw better flourishes with a few
2024 was a whirlwind of firsts for me as I hired new people, tried new ventures and tech, and expanded my reach as an artist and teacher. Below is a look at the ups and downs of the year, and a peek at what is to come in 2025. etsy
Discover how to create a trendy block print style illustration in Procreate! Perfect for standalone art prints, greeting cards, or seamless patterns, this tutorial will help you achieve a beautiful handmade look. Watch the Tutorial If you’re a see it on “paper” person, keep reading below. Otherwise, check out this
In the age of AI, it’s time to embrace your messy humanness y’all! Anyone can now make sleek and “perfect” art, so we get to drop all expectations of being perfect and go back to what we do best: being imperfect humans. In this new class, we are embracing our