ARTIST JOURNAL | Notes from the studio
Inspiration, new work, and stories about life and travel.
How Keeping a Journal Can Help You
Today I'm writing about journaling for creatives on We Are The Contributors. If you're interested in learning about the ways that keeping track of your progress can change your creative life, be sure to check it out. You'll also find a list of...
From the Stacks: Color and Shape
1. Color palette from the cover of the November 2013 issue of W Magazine2. Produce lady collage from the November 2013 issue of O Magazine by Ciara Phelan3. DKNY Jeans asymmetrical striped sweater4. Illustration by Stockholm-based artist Stina...
InstaAwesome: Vintage Vogue by Vogue Magazine
Well. That's it. I'm officially never going to get any work done again. Yesterday morning at 5:00 AM, I stumbled across Vintage Vogue on Instagram. Here's the description. The account of Vogue Magazine archives. Dedicated in sharing daily nostalgic...
Introducing We Are The Contributors: A Community + Publication for Creatives
I love seeing a creative project that's been living in my brain for such a long time finally come to life. Sandra Harris and I have teamed up to launch We Are The Contributors, a creative community and publication that brings together artists,...
Holiday Gifts #2: Block Shop Scarves, Blog with Purpose, Prosperity Candle
Good morning! I wanted to share another Three Gift list with you in case you're looking to give or receive a gift today. GIFT TO BUY: BLOCK SHOP SCARFMy Block Shop scarf (like the one pictured above) is one of my favorite go-to accessories. I...
I’m Grateful for My Specific Son
My friends at Equals asked me to contribute an essay to their gratitude issue this week, and this is something that I've been thinking about a lot lately. It's weird to say that I'm grateful that my first pregnancy resulted in a miscarriage, but if...
Holiday Gifts #1: Camera, Cookies, + Creativity
I know. It's not even Thanksgiving yet.This year I thought it would be fun to do a holiday gift series, but I wanted to make it a little bit different. First of all, this series isn't going to be just about what to buy for the people on your list....
Art Stacks by Danielle Krysa of Cross Street Art
I love Danielle Krysa. And not just because attending her amazing Girl Crush event in Seattle was the straw that broke the camel's back in terms of my resistance to leave a job to pursue my dream. I love Danielle as a person, as well...
From the Stacks: Ellsworth Kelly Color Block Dress
The May 2013 issue of Vogue showcased a collaboration between abstract artist Ellsworth Kelly and Calvin Klein's Francisco Costa. The original color blocked dress was designed by Ellsworth in 1952 and sewn by his friend, artist Anne Weber....