Introducing my limited-edition towel with Buvanha! I've been sitting on this secret for an entire year, and I can finally share it with you: I've partnered with Buvanha to create a limited-edition travel towel inspired by Thailand, one of the most meaningful places in the world to me. This collaboration has been such a special journey, and I'm excited to pull back the curtain and share the full story with you! I’ll tell you why I said yes to this project, the design inspiration, and the incredible nonprofit it supports. Plus how this tiger towel has literally traveled the world with me over the past year.

Your Complete Guide to Art Licensing Agencies

Thinking about partnering with an art licensing agency? You’re not alone! This is one of the questions I get most often from artists building a surface design business. In this post, I’ll walk you through what agencies do, who they’re right for, and how to start researching the best fit for your work.

The Key to Selling More Art: Finding Your Perfect Product Fit

When you’re creating art with the goal of selling it, whether through licensing or on your own products, there’s one factor that can really make your work stand out. Making sure it’s a good fit for the products it might live on. In this post, you’ll learn how to think strategically to create and present work with massive selling power for art licensing.

The Ultimate Art Prompt List for Surface Designers

This list of art prompts for surface design will help get you unstuck when you’re feeling a creative block. The full list includes hundreds of prompts that are sure to help you build a stand-out portfolio of trending artwork.

I Were Starting My Art Business from Scratch, Here’s What I’d Do

I started my art licensing business in 2014 and I often get asked how I started. Now, with over a decade of experience in the industry, I can confidently say that how I started back then is not how I’d start now. These days, I have a much more strategic approach to business, and you can adopt this strategic approach yourself! If I were starting my art business from scratch, these are the things I'd focus on that make a huge impact when you're starting out.

The Ultimate Guide to Cold Pitching for Art Licensing (Plus Free Templates!)

If you want to get your artwork licensed, but have no idea how to get art directors to notice you, you’re in the right place! This post will cover the exact steps you need to take to successfully pitch your artwork to potential clients and get your art in front of the right people.

A Complete Guide to 2025 Surface Design Trends

Every year, new visual trends emerge and it’s important to stay on top of them if you want to stand out as a surface designer. This year, we’re seeing a shift towards maximalism, dreamy landscapes, and rich, opulent motifs.

Society6 is Shutting Down Artist Accounts - Here’s What to Do If You’re Affected

Society6 recently announced a major shift to a curated marketplace, removing thousands of artist accounts while making changes to pricing, fees, and submission processes. While this decision has left many artists feeling frustrated and uncertain about their future on the platform, it also presents an opportunity to rethink how artists build their businesses. As an artist who has been involved with Society6 for over a decade, I understand both the challenges and potential paths forward. In this post, I break down what’s happening, what it means for artists, and how to move forward—whether your account was removed or remains active. I also provide actionable steps for diversifying income streams, building a business outside of third-party platforms, and exploring new ways to sell artwork. While change is difficult, this may be an opportunity to regain control over your creative career and find new paths to success.

2023 Year in Review

I started these Year in Review blog recaps six years ago as a sort of “highlight reel” in my professional and personal life. It was a way for me to look back on the year and reflect on my accomplishments, travels, challenges, and growth.

My Thoughts on the New Redbubble & Society6 Payment Changes - April 2023

If you’re an artist selling on print-on-demand sites like Society6 and Redbubble, chances are you’ve seen the changes they’ve made to their fee structure recently. I’ve been watching this play out and I know that it’s causing some unrest and confusion among the art community. As an artist who has been heavily involved with print-on-demand sites since the early days, I wanted to share my thoughts on how this will affect artists and the best way to move forward.

New Wallpaper Designs for York Wallcoverings

I’m thrilled to announce that seventeen new wallpaper designs have been added to my wallpaper collection with RoomMates Decor! The collection is inspired by my firsthand observations and encounters around the world: tropical foliage from the jungles of Southeast Asia, Scandinavian textiles, and wildlife in Central America.

2022 Year in Review

Some big moments unfolded for me this year: I hosted my second artist retreat, fostered my creative community more than ever before, and partnered with brands I admire & respect for some pretty cool collaborations.

How to Make a Checkered Seamless Pattern in Procreate

In this quick blog tutorial, I’ll walk through the process for creating a checkered repeat pattern in Procreate. If you’re familiar with Procreate and the concept of seamless patterns, then this tutorial is for you! You’ll learn a few quick steps to take to build a checkered pattern with ease.

How to Sketch From Reference Images in Procreate

When it comes to sketching in Procreate, I love that you have so much flexibility! In this tutorial, you’ll learn two ways to use reference images in Procreate. You’ll learn how to place a reference image to the side of your canvas to reference as you freehand draw, and you’ll also learn how to sketch directly on top of a reference image. And bonus! I’ll share a tip for how to insert a photo in Procreate so that it doesn’t show up in your final illustration timelapse!

Easy Watercolor Flower Tutorial

In this easy watercolor flower tutorial, I’ll walk you through my step-by-step process for painting a watercolor flower. Florals are an evergreen trend, meaning they never go out of style! Whether you want to sell your art online or simply want to share your art with family and friends, learning how to paint watercolor flowers is key. Read on to learn how to paint a watercolor flower with layered petals!

How to Make a Seamless Pattern in Photoshop with Pattern Preview

In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make a seamless or repeat pattern in Photoshop using the pattern preview tool. The pattern preview tool has been an absolute game changer in how I make patterns in Photoshop, so I’m so excited to share it with you!

How to Open Downloaded Assets in Procreate

If you’ve ever downloaded Procreate brushes or color palettes, getting them from your downloads into the Procreate app can be a little confusing. If you’re wondering how to open assets like brushes or swatches in Procreate, I’ll walk you through the process step-by-step. It’s pretty simple once you get the hang of it!

The Benefits of Working with a Limited Color Palette

Color theory can be an intimidating part of the art-making process for both new and seasoned artists, but it doesn’t have to be! I’ve found that working with a limited color palette has been a fantastic way to simplify color and make my artwork look more sophisticated and modern. In this post, I’ll share what a limited color palette is, the benefits of working with a limited palette, and how you can create your own limited color palette for your next illustration.

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