Blog: Becoming an Illustrator

How to Commission a Painting Without Feeling Overwhelmed

A clear step-by-step guide for first-time buyers—You don’t have to be an art collector or design expert to commission a painting, you just have to have a story you deem... Read more...

Place Portraits: Honoring the Spaces that Shape Us

In a time of unrest, commissioning or creating a painting of a meaningful place can be grounding—a way to say, “This is a place where I belong,” especially if we... Read more...

Reframing the Barrier to Entry

I think the idea of a perfect entry point to any endeavor is a hopeful myth. The right tools, a quiet workspace, an increase in time, confidence, or money won’t... Read more...

The Role of Story in Art

When a painting moves us, it’s often because we can sense a story, whether it’s about the artist’s process or something it sparks within us—the emotional and contextual layer is... Read more...

My First Children’s Book: How I’m Approaching the Process

The (mostly) complete How to Illustrate a Children’s Book, complete with a personal aside or two. Read more...

Lessons from February: How to Build an Art Process From Idea to Finished Illustration

Having a repeatable process and workflow not only boosts my confidence but also allows me to enjoy the artistic journey more fully. When working with creativity, I have found it... Read more...

The Process of Finding Balance in an Art Business

How do we create balance in the businesses we run? How do we trust ourselves enough to know which path to take? How can we put all of that together... Read more...

Framing Your Art as the Soul of the Home

All of that to say, the adage of art being the soul of a people is one I agree with, but I think it can be applied to where we... Read more...

From Graphic Design to Illustration: Finding my Voice

Before I came to be in my current life of illustration and motherhood, I spent a handful of years in corporate graphic design. I have since opted to explore a... Read more...

The Fear of Being Perceived

What is the fear of being perceived, in terms of being an artist? In my experience, it is a messy concoction of ego, societal expectations, and the fear of using your... Read more...

Becoming an Illustrator

In this new weekly blog series, I will be exploring the transition of building the life and career I seek as an illustrator, while I bring you along with me... Read more...