I've always been a creative person, drawn toward making and crafting. As a kid I loved to make friendship bracelets, sculpt tiny things for my dollhouse from clay, and really do any art form my parents would buy supplies for. I remember wandering around our local art store with my dad wondering how ...
My Watercolor Backstory
Branding Client Feature: Simply Elsa
When Elsa asked me to do the branding for her blog, Simply Elsa, I couldn't wait to get started. I have known Elsa through Instagram since winter 2019. At that time we were both getting started with the platform and experimenting with posts. We seemed to have a few critical things in common-- ...
ChappyWrapped in My Home Office with Erie & Anchor
Erie and Anchor, a brand I do watercolor collaborations with (and truly adore), sent me what has become my number one throw and home office staple. Since I have heard for a long time about ChappyWrap and wondered about the buzz, I'm imagining you'd like to know if these fleecy blankets are really ...
Six Things I Always Keep at My Desk
A few things can always be found at my desk that have zero to do with work. They don't compete with work's intention, rather they work to support best practices. These are the things that bring a little comfort and happiness to my day. You have to plan to keep yourself in good spirits while you work ...
The Joy of Shannon Shipman’s Print Shop
What should art do for your home? Right now, more than ever, we should expect it to bring joy. For me, the place for evoking other feelings and sentiments is an art gallery or museum. While I can appreciate a range of intentions, when I'm going to see something every day I want it to make me smile. ...