Great Friday Quote...you must read it!

Font design by Swiss Miss.  Quote by the amazingly, talented and missed Steve Jobs.

New patterns, some thoughts & lots of photos

Hi there!

I wanted to share a few things I've been working on!  Some of these are from my sketchbook or patterns from Illustrator and Photoshop.  I've been getting into more a hand-drawn style by using watercolors and then manipulating them in Photoshop.  I have to say, I love the outcome.  I'm not sure what I'll be doing with the bike or parrots yet, but something will pop into my head.

 

Also, wanted to share some thoughts about what to do next.  I am not attending Surtex this year and kinda sad about it.  But, I have so much on my plate and I really want to concentrate on the clients I have and honing in on my artwork.  With that said, I have been painting, drawing and creating like a mad woman up in my studio for the past few months.  And after, oh 3 years of just making whatever...I finally have a consistent look and feel that I can't wait to share with you.  I've been giving sneak peaks (mostly on Instagram) and I'm toying with the idea of creating a little one-stop shop of artwork online.  I have such a variety of stuff, from illustrations for the nursery to original abstract paintings, to bright watercolors, framed patterns, abstract prints....can you believe I have more!  I need to do something with them!  Etsy is a great starting point, but people still don't buy from there that often.  I also need your help finding home, gift, and boutique stores both online and local to you that I can contact.  Leave a comment with your favorite store or send me an email here-laura@lauradrodesigns.com  

I will keep you updated on what I plan to do...decisions decisions!  

Fun Friday Quote

This just always makes me laugh! I need to find more quotes from Miss Piggy, she really knows her stuff.  I'm sure she has a lot to say about her man.  I'm remembering this today because tomorrow I have a 5K run...no big deal, I know...except it's at 6:45 in the morning.  I'm not at my peak athletically at that time...luckily I am on the "Cheer team" and not the competitive one!  Wish me luck!  Happy Friday!

What are some quotes  that make you laugh???  I see the same ones online and would love to know more unique ones!!!  Leave them in the comment section.

Hattan Home - My favorite things!

I had an amazing weekend surprise!  I met this lovely lady, Lindsay, of Hattan Home.  We exchanged a few emails and before I knew it, my artwork was in her shop.  Yes, all these adorable things can be found at Hattan Home.  I know, I know, what to get?  Among all these lovely necessities are Rifle products, Kate Spade Book, adorable Poufs, and now my prints!  It makes me giddy to see my work alongside my favorite products.  She's doing a sale for Mothers day so go get Mom something cute!  Lindsay was so easy to chat with and I felt like I knew her after one email-love when that happens.  If you want to know where the newest, cutest store online is go here...and check out my artwork as well!  Leave a comment about what you think!
 

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Tumblr Inspirations

I've been in such a beachy, sunny vibe these days with all my artwork.  Not only is spring finally here and it's finally shorts weather, I can't seem to resist all these perfectly captured moments on Tumblr.  The quote at the end just makes perfect sense and pairs well with one of my watercolor sketches.  See more bright photos and what else I'm inspired by on my Tumblr blog perfectly named THE BRIGHTER SIDE.

*sorry I don't have original links for these pics, if you know where they are from let me know!

Spring Sale!! 20% off all prints!

 

I'm doing a SPRING SALE on all prints in my ETSY shop...click here!  This includes ANY size print on paper or canvas!!!  It's for a limited time, so go snatch one up!!!  If you don't see a size in a particular print message, email, or leave me a comment and I'll post one for you.  Use the code SPRING2013 when you check out.  This does not apply to any original paintings-sorry charlie.

Sunny Day painting series-sneak peek!

I wish I knew how to spell that part from the Lion King where he holds up the little cub once he's born....something like "AHH saaaa baaanaaaaa.... "  I'll stop. But, that's pretty much how I feel about my new work that's going on in the studio.  Thank you spring and sunshine!!!  Check back for several more this week!

New artwork and what I've been doing!

Hello out there!

Here are a few new pieces for spring!  They are all 24x24 on a 2 inch thick canvas, ready to hang.  I've been really working on different ways to make these floraly paintings and I'm liking these very much.  They are one of a kind, sorry no prints available!  Check them out here in the Etsy store...

Also, I here are a few fun new patterns you can find on Society 6!  $20 +shipping for double sided printed cover not bad...available in 16x16.

 

Business Boom Collective Feature!

I was so excited to be feature on Business Boom Collective today!  It's a young creatives network showcasing design, art, photography, fashion web and media talent from international graduates, students and freelancers.  They were so supportive and easy to work with and I really love the way they present each feature!  This really made my day, check it out here!!!