Press Release: Jewel Branding & Licensing Signs CatCoq

Jewel Branding & Licensing (JBL) is excited to announce that they have signed trendy, free-spirited design & influencer brand, CatCoq, for global licensing representation. JBL officially debuts the brand at the upcoming Surtex show in New York, February 3-6 at Jewel Branding’s booth 3581.

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Speaking at Asia's First Women-Led Event, the Bond Women's Festival – Presenting on the Main Stage about CatCoq

Strong women lift each other up. I had the opportunity to present on the main stage during the Bond Women’s Festival in Chiang Mai, Thailand. I shared my story about how I turned my creative passion into a viable business. The festival was a celebration of empowerment, entrepreneurship, and expression.

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Guest Interview on Ladies of Ludlow Podcast – Digital Nomad Lifestyle, Art Licensing, and Self-Employed Artist

My interview on the Ladies on Ludlow podcast is officially available! 🎙On the latest episode, I speak with host Madelaine about how I got started as a digital nomad artist and left my hometown of Kansas City for Chiang Mai, Thailand.

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2018 Year in Review

I kicked off 2018 in Chiang Mai, Thailand and am ending the year in the exact same place. Despite the consistent bookends, I spent the time in between racing around the world, growing my business, and living life to the absolute fullest.

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Society6 Art Quarterly No.3.4 – Storytellers Edition

Every artist has a story to tell. The latest edition of the Society6 Art Quarterly profiled twenty artists who shared their stories of struggle and triumph. It’s a fascinating peek into the minds of those who make Society6 such a vibrant community.

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CatCoq Furniture Line Now Available Through Society6

Introducing the latest product line to hit my shop: furniture! I’ve partnered up with Society6 to bring you my designs on credenzas, coffee tables, side tables, benches, bar stools and counter stools, which will add a bit of your personal vibe to every space. Adulting never looked so good.

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Hand-Lettering Workshops with Ridgedale Center & Beachwood Place: Recap

Who knew back-to-school shopping could be so educational–and–inspirational? GGP had the great idea to kick off this school year by inviting me to host events centered around free hand-lettering workshops created to inspire and educate shoppers.

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Lauren Conrad Throws a Shoutout My Way

Most people know Lauren Conrad as the star of MTV's hits "Laguna Beach" and "The Hills" but she is also an accomplished designer, lifestyle blogger, New York Times best-selling author, and incredibly successful businesswoman. I'm so honored that she chose my words of business advice to share with her audience.

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New Skillshare Class! Social Media Marketing: Top Tips for Growing Your Followers & Going Viral

My brand new Skillshare class is officially live! It’s packed with my top strategies for using social media to grow your followers and cultivate a strong brand.

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Instagram Takeover with Brit+Co – Creative Crushin' Series

It's no surprise that Instagram is my favorite social platform– it's my go-to for posting all my art and travel pics. Because of this, the ladies over at Brit+Co asked if I was interested in doing an Instagram Takeover of their page as part of their Creative Crushin' series.

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CatCoq Featured in New Season of "Queer Eye"

Imagine my surprise when I was watching my favorite Netflix show and noticed something familiar– my Eat Well, Travel Often artwork was incorporated into the interior redesign of an episode in the newest season!

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Creative Crushin' – Featured Interview with Brit+Co

Thank you for the feature, Brit + Co! I was interviewed about how I got started as an artist, the inspiration behind each painting, and why I am so passionate about helping other creatives succeed.

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Announcing My New Online Class with Brit+Co: Styling Your Lettering in Photoshop

Want to create textures that make your lettering jump off the page? In my brand new online class, you’ll learn a variety of Photoshop techniques to apply stylistic embellishments and textures to your hand lettering or fonts.

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My New Skillshare Class has Launched! Learn Photoshop: Graphic Design Basics & Beyond

Visual communication is more important than ever. Add Photoshop to your toolkit to unlock unlimited potential in your art, career, and more! Join me for a 90-minute practical introduction to today’s most powerful and versatile visual editing program, Adobe Photoshop. No previous experience required!

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Create & Cultivate Desert Pop-Up with Society6

Hello, Palm Springs! Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to speak on a panel at the Create & Cultivate Desert Pop-Up. The event drew a massive crowd of women entrepreneurs, creatives, and aspiring self-starters who gathered to share ideas, network, and grow. It was empowering to hear so many other women's stories of success and forging their own career path.

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