It reminds me a bit of this documentary, In A Dream.  Which is one of my favorite films of all time:

It’s amazing.

PS. NESCBWI Conference wrap-up and overview of how my workshop went (spoiler: super fun and awesome) next week!

I have some exciting news: I signed up for a intensive, ten week class with the wonderful agent Lilla Rogers! The class is all about “making art that sells” in various markets that will be covered each week.  Its a big investment –of both time and money– but its one I’m making in my career.  And I’m going to make the most of it!

I met Lilla briefly a couple years ago at a NESCBWI portfolio event at her house and I’ve wanted to work with her ever since. So I’m pretty thrilled about this opportunity learn and stretch and grow artistically, professionally, and personally.

My fellow students have been posting their illustrations about getting into the course (see?– everyone is excited!) and so there’s mine. Usually I err on the teacher’s-pet-zebra end of things, but lately, I’m totally that little bear, freaking out. YAY! (Do they familiar? They’re from this piece. I have a feeling I’m not done with these two yet…)

After a couple of technical snafus last week, I wasn’t sure when this day would come. But my wonderful husband swooped in and saved the day! (Thank you, Babe. You are the best.) So, it’s up! There are still a few bumpy areas that I’m working to smooth out, but overall I’m pretty thrilled: The art is front and center! It’s mobile friendly! And I have a new “Pattern” portfolio that I’m very excited about. Please take a look around and let me know what you think!

Today, I am this little girl:

I made this screensaver for Oh My! Handmade Goodness! Click on the image to go over and get yours!

As I’ve mentioned before, I’ve been busy redesigning my website these last couple months. And now that it’s March (March?!) it’s time for the unveiling. I’m shooting for Friday.

Basically, I wanted my illustration work to be front and center and the new design really delivers that. One of my over-arching goals for 2013 is to focus more on illustration and pattern making work, as opposed to design work. (Though I am still available for design work.) And I think the new site reflects that. I’m pretty excited about it!  Cross your fingers I don’t stumble on many hiccups and bumps in the next few days…

First, who lives in LA? I have your Saturday afternoon planned for you: How would you like to go to a little get together hosted by Emily Henderson? There will be drinking, and nibbling, and a dj, plus you get to say hello to my dear friend Soledad who’s amazing jewelry line, Sol del Sur, is among those featured!! I am beyond excited for her, but alas am stuck on the East Coast. (Does her work look familiar? I designed her new site last year…)

If you see Sol there, give her a big hug from me. You will freak out when you see her latest line. It is that good. Click on the image above to RSVP.

And on to number 2: See those cowgirls above? Go check out the roundup of photos from LIFE Magazine over on Messy Nessy Chic. It’s awesome. (And if you can’t get enough of ladies and horses, check out McLeod’s Daughters over on Hulu. Someone might be obsessively running that show in the background while she works lately. Someone… –Aussie accents, high waisted jeans, and french braids, people!) 

Aand I’ll leave you with this brilliant piece of animation that made me laugh this week:

Hold the phone, my friday just got a whole lot more interesting!

At 8:40 Kelly Ripa, and Josh Grobin, eat the oscar cookies I draw for Eleni’s Bakery. Specifically, George Clooney and Rooney Mara– before they throw the rest into the crowd. But in a happy way!

Edit: oops this is the clip from last year! duh. I’ll post the new one, from today, when it’s up!

YAY! Happy Oscars everyone!

Now, on to fun Friday stuff:

Let’s start with the furry cuteness. I’ve been dying over this photo my brother Sam took in China:

We have a husky who is quite good at “Leave It” but apparently, we need to up the ante!

And this is making me laugh today:

And free shipping over at Society 6 until Sunday!

If you’re in the mood for a new phone cover, perhaps you’d like one of these, by your’s truly?

Have a great weekend folks!