Halloween Themed Illustrations by Cheyenne Barton

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In the spirit of Halloween weekend, here are some whimsically spooky themed illustrations by actress and artist Cheyenne Barton. Happy Halloween everyone! For more of Cheyenne Barton’s work, visit the links below: Instagram: chey.barton Website: cheyennebarton.com

Illustrations and Paintings by Helen Dardik

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One day I’ll have to share a post on all of the artwork I have around my house. I think a print by Helen Dardik will be next to join the collection. 😊 Helen Dardik is an illustrator, painter, and surface pattern designer whose work is vibrant, folksy, and playful. For more of Helen Dardik’s work, visit the links below: … Read More

Abstract Paintings by Heather Day

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Today I’m sharing a selection of abstract paintings by Heather Day. One thing that I love about Heather’s work is how all of her pieces — whether on a wall or in a notebook — embody her unique style. It’s not just a line.. it’s Heather’s line. I think that, especially for abstract work, this is something special. In my … Read More

Patterns by Teresa Chan

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Sometimes I daydream about becoming a pattern designer. On the days Teresa Chan’s lovely patterns come up on my feed I dream about it a little harder. Teresa is a pattern designer whose patterns are used around the world in fashion, home goods, wallpaper, stationary, and more. …these DUCKS!!! For more of Teresa Chan’s work, visit the links below: Instagram: … Read More

Poetry and Digital Mixed Media Art by Morgan Harper Nichols

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Morgan Harper Nichols writes poetry and makes digital mixed media art which she creates and shares as part of her daily practice. In regards to her work, Nichols says, “I like to include both abstract and figurative elements in my work, as well as both conversational and poetic language. For me, this is about learning to hold what is known … Read More

A Brief Tribute to the Banjo

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Have you ever decided you want to play the banjo so you go out and buy all the stuff but then you realize you just liked the aesthetic around banjos so you illustrate a manatee playing a banjo with his little friend instead and call it a day? …or was that just me?

Handmade Art Prints by Strawberryluna

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A reminder to get out and vote — a poster by printmakers and fellow Pittsburghers, Allison & Craig of strawberryluna. For more of strawberryluna’s work, visit the links below: Instagram: strawberryluna Etsy: strawberryluna

Printmaking by Heinrich Toh

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Heinrich Toh is a mixed media artist whose work combines several printmaking techniques, including collagraphs, monotypes, paper-lithography and image transfers. He does not recreate reproductions — making each piece completely unique. I love the layering and surprising textures that are created by the various printmaking techniques Heinrich employs. For me, Heinrich’s work is a reminder to push design beyond the … Read More

Drawings by Ambivalently Yours

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Today, I’d like to share the work of Ambivalently Yours, the pseudonym of a Canadian artist. She pairs powerful language and imagery around themes of political resistance, feminist questions, and conflicting emotions. The words, visuals, and intent of her work are all powerful on their own, but when combined they deliver one heck of a gut punch packaged in pink. … Read More