My last day at 26

I spent the afternoon (3+ hours) at LACMA exploring the Tim Burton Exhibit. So so good. I got teary-eyed when I saw all the Vincent stuff. These art/animation exhibits always get to me here. I was tremendously inspired by his humor and work unrelated to his movies. I loved his number series so much I could eat it up! I purchased his book of illustrated poems, "The Melancholy Death of Oyster Boy & Other Stories" and sat outside for a couple hours to churn out some Burton-inspired pieces.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY me! Free gift for YOU!

A Return to Renegade Craft Fair LA!!!

Lots of exciting things have been happening for me & Le Petit Elefant. The craft tour has been absolutely wonderful thus far and this weekend marks the 1 year anniversary of my craft fair adventures. What better way to celebrate than sharing a booth with {Paper & Type} at the fair that started it all, Renegade Craft Fair in LA State Historic Park in Chinatown!

There will be the usual backdrop of food trucks, a free photobooth, drinks (both the rated G & fun kind), and workshops galore as well as 200+ unbelievably talented artists, crafters, jewelers, you name it. Don't let the closing of the 405 fwy get you down--hop on a bike or a car full of folks and head on down. It'll be a great time. Victoria & I have also been hard at work putting together a SNEAK PEAK to our 2012 calendar. Plus, you can meet our amazing intern, Jaclyn :)

Renegade Craft Fair Los Angeles
LA State Historic Park
July 16 - 17, 11am - 7pm
more info here

And if you can't make it, I'll be in Portland on July 28th, and back in SF August 27-28 ;)

The best tub I've ever seen

I've been hard at work preparing for Renegade Craft Fair. Yesterday I took a break to visit my friend David, a face I'm used to seeing in NYC.

This is his tub.

Mmm... that's all the time I have for now. Expect more random photos in the coming days!

Ponyo-inspired commissioned painting in progress

pardon the poor photograph (cafe tropical in silverlake is very dimly lit). this painting shall be so bubbly and silly and happy just like the soon-to-be newlyweds :)

Santa Monica Museum of Art Critter Contest

Here's my submission to the contest!

Filmore Art Walk recap!

Oh, SF, it's always a pleasure to visit you with a business intent.I was able to post up next to Little Honey Vee, who I met at Maker Faire. Her stuff is wonderfully sweet & silly. She's one of those hard working artists who makes the time to pursue her craft while working a 9-5. Much respect. She's also an enthusiastic zumba-er.

I didn't take many photos because the light was just never in my favor. And I had to stand by in case things blew away (which happened A LOT. Why so windy, SF?!?). I also saw many wonderful folk, old friends & digital ones, so it was a sweet time. The little prints, and vintage-y frames were well received so I'm happy! Now, on to LA for the next one :)