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Monday Treat: Make/Do Desktop Downloads

September 21, 2015
Make/Do Desktop Download Freebie

Click here to download the desktop wallpaper.

Happy Monday, friends! I've been playing with lots of new lettering and patterns, and I thought I'd share some of the love by making some free desktop downloads for you! Be sure to share it with all your favorite makers and doers out there. P.S. You can also purchase this print for your walls!

Make/Do iPhone Desktop Download

Click here to download the iPhone wallpaper.

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Mushroom studies! Did you know Oregon has a mushroom society?! They had a show a few months ago which made for a ton of cool reference photos. They’re so fun to draw! I talked more in depth about what I used to make this and shared a few more sketches in my Stories!
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What’s inspiring you this week?⠀
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#sketchbook #wip #wearethemakers #creatorslane #helloimhandmade #craftsposure #abmlifeiscolorful #iamanillustrator #mixedmedia #artlife #designerstyle #communityovercompetition #makewaves #wearethecreativeeconomy #womenwhocreate #womenwhodraw
It's been so cool to see all these #artvsartist posts, so I thought I'd do one too! It was an interesting exercise, as I'm right in the midst of planning for some big goals over the next few months, and evaluating where I want to take my work.⠀
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I have so many ideas swimming around in my head, and sometimes it's hard to reconcile all of them when I think of it as a whole body of work. I've been thinking a lot about the intersection of my identity as an "artist" vs a "brand" to present to potential clients in a clear way (notice I'm avoiding the term “personal brand”). ⠀
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Because as an artist, I have no problem exploring a variety of media and subject matter. In fact, it aligns with who I am as a person and what I value. But as a brand, I wonder if it confuses clients, or makes them think I lack focus or a clear vision.⠀
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When I graduated college, I received a lot of messages around the idea that you had to focus on one specialty, but that never sat well with me. But I also thought I was doing something wrong by wanting to explore so many different things. ⠀
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Eventually I arrived at illustration because within it I found the freedom I craved to explore new methods and subject matter. Illustration became the umbrella under which I could explore most of my artistic passions, including patterns, lettering, painting and collage.⠀
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It's an ongoing process, and this is something I'm still trying to figure out. If you have an art practice, does this resonate with you? I'd love to hear your thoughts.⠀
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#artvsartist2019 #womenofillustration #feministart #sketchaday #weareillustration #draweveryday #workandtravel #illustratorsoninstagram #illustrationoftheday #weareillustration #draweveryday #womenwithpencils #theeverygirl #darlingdaily #flashesofdelight #thatsdarling #socfeature #illustrateddoris #visualsnack
Honored to be featured as a Fierce Girl over on @fiercegirlco's blog - their mission is to empower the next generation of women, isn't that awesome? ⠀
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I shared a little bit of my career journey, some big lessons I've learned along the way, and what I'm working on now. Go have a look at all the inspiring women over there!⠀
⠀
#dothework #beingboss #iambeingboss #beyourownboss #creativeentrepreneur #femaleentrepreneur #womenwhohustle #womeninbiz #buildyourempire #solopreneur #savvybusinessowner #communityovercompetition #girlboss #womeninbusiness #creativehappylife #womensupportingwomen #bossbabe #bosslady
This week for #patternmagicparty, we're exploring self love! This is something I've personally been exploring a lot in my own life lately, and thought it would be a great topic to tackle as a community. What does self love look like in your life? ⠀
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This week's pattern exploration is a great opportunity to solidify what it means for you. And hey, go ahead and celebrate your damn self while you're at it! After all, your relationship with yourself is the most significant one of all.⠀
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If this assignment sparks your interest, you might enjoy being part of Patternmagicparty! Every week, you'll receive a fresh new challenge in your inbox. It's a great way to expand your surface pattern skills, grow your voice and enhance your portfolio. Sign up from the link in my profile to join the party and find your magic!⠀
⠀
#textilepattern #surfacedesign #patternobserver #printandpattern #patterndesigner #patternbank #surfacepatterncommunity #fashionprint #artlicensing #textiledesigner #fabricprint #patternplay #thepatterncurator #selflove #loveyourself #selfloveclub #illustration #creativechallenge
The most romantic poem, just for you!⠀
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Day 13 of #14daysofsaltyvalentines⠀
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#handlettered #thedailytype #typetopia #typespire #handmadefont #typematters #goodtype #typegang #letteringchallenge #handtype #strengthinletters #designlove #ilovedesign #colorinspo #livecolorfully #designtrend #womenwhodraw #galentines #typeyeah #tyxca #typographie #procreatelettering #artoftype #showusyourtype #togetherweletter #goodtypetuesday #handletteringdaily #drunkonlettering
It's like, how are you still here?⠀
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Day 12 of #14daysofsaltyvalentines.⠀
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#handlettered #thedailytype #typetopia #typespire #handmadefont #typematters #goodtype #typegang #letteringchallenge #handtype #strengthinletters #typeyeah #tyxca #socfeature #illustrateddoris #visualsnack #womenofillustration #typographie #procreatelettering #artoftype #showusyourtype #togetherweletter #goodtypetuesday #handletteringdaily #drunkonlettering
I really mean it!⠀
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Day 11 of #14daysofsaltyvalentines.⠀
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#handlettered #thedailytype #typetopia #typespire #handmadefont #typematters #goodtype #typegang #letteringchallenge #handtype #strengthinletters #typeyeah #tyxca #typographie #procreatelettering #artoftype #showusyourtype #womenofillustration #sketchaday #weareillustration #draweveryday #picame #socfeature #illustrateddoris #visualsnack #togetherweletter #goodtypetuesday #handletteringdaily #drunkonlettering
For when you hate PDA.⠀
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Day 10 of #14daysofsaltyvalentines.⠀
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#handlettered #thedailytype #typetopia #typespire #handmadefont #typematters #goodtype #typegang #letteringchallenge #handtype #strengthinletters #typeyeah #tyxca #typographie #colorinspo #lifeincolor #procreatelettering #artoftype #womenwhocreate #womenwhodraw #showusyourtype #socfeature #illustrateddoris #visualsnack #womenofillustration #togetherweletter #goodtypetuesday #handletteringdaily #drunkonlettering

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Mushroom studies! Did you know Oregon has a mushroom society?! They had a show a few months ago which made for a ton of cool reference photos. They’re so fun to draw! I talked more in depth about what I used to make this and shared a few more sketches in my Stories!
⠀
What’s inspiring you this week?⠀
⠀
#sketchbook #wip #wearethemakers #creatorslane #helloimhandmade #craftsposure #abmlifeiscolorful #iamanillustrator #mixedmedia #artlife #designerstyle #communityovercompetition #makewaves #wearethecreativeeconomy #womenwhocreate #womenwhodraw It's been so cool to see all these #artvsartist posts, so I thought I'd do one too! It was an interesting exercise, as I'm right in the midst of planning for some big goals over the next few months, and evaluating where I want to take my work.⠀
⠀
I have so many ideas swimming around in my head, and sometimes it's hard to reconcile all of them when I think of it as a whole body of work. I've been thinking a lot about the intersection of my identity as an "artist" vs a "brand" to present to potential clients in a clear way (notice I'm avoiding the term “personal brand”). ⠀
⠀
Because as an artist, I have no problem exploring a variety of media and subject matter. In fact, it aligns with who I am as a person and what I value. But as a brand, I wonder if it confuses clients, or makes them think I lack focus or a clear vision.⠀
⠀
When I graduated college, I received a lot of messages around the idea that you had to focus on one specialty, but that never sat well with me. But I also thought I was doing something wrong by wanting to explore so many different things. ⠀
⠀
Eventually I arrived at illustration because within it I found the freedom I craved to explore new methods and subject matter. Illustration became the umbrella under which I could explore most of my artistic passions, including patterns, lettering, painting and collage.⠀
⠀
It's an ongoing process, and this is something I'm still trying to figure out. If you have an art practice, does this resonate with you? I'd love to hear your thoughts.⠀
⠀
#artvsartist2019 #womenofillustration #feministart #sketchaday #weareillustration #draweveryday #workandtravel #illustratorsoninstagram #illustrationoftheday #weareillustration #draweveryday #womenwithpencils #theeverygirl #darlingdaily #flashesofdelight #thatsdarling #socfeature #illustrateddoris #visualsnack Honored to be featured as a Fierce Girl over on @fiercegirlco's blog - their mission is to empower the next generation of women, isn't that awesome? ⠀
⠀
I shared a little bit of my career journey, some big lessons I've learned along the way, and what I'm working on now. Go have a look at all the inspiring women over there!⠀
⠀
#dothework #beingboss #iambeingboss #beyourownboss #creativeentrepreneur #femaleentrepreneur #womenwhohustle #womeninbiz #buildyourempire #solopreneur #savvybusinessowner #communityovercompetition #girlboss #womeninbusiness #creativehappylife #womensupportingwomen #bossbabe #bosslady
This week for #patternmagicparty, we're exploring self love! This is something I've personally been exploring a lot in my own life lately, and thought it would be a great topic to tackle as a community. What does self love look like in your life? ⠀
⠀
This week's pattern exploration is a great opportunity to solidify what it means for you. And hey, go ahead and celebrate your damn self while you're at it! After all, your relationship with yourself is the most significant one of all.⠀
⠀
If this assignment sparks your interest, you might enjoy being part of Patternmagicparty! Every week, you'll receive a fresh new challenge in your inbox. It's a great way to expand your surface pattern skills, grow your voice and enhance your portfolio. Sign up from the link in my profile to join the party and find your magic!⠀
⠀
#textilepattern #surfacedesign #patternobserver #printandpattern #patterndesigner #patternbank #surfacepatterncommunity #fashionprint #artlicensing #textiledesigner #fabricprint #patternplay #thepatterncurator #selflove #loveyourself #selfloveclub #illustration #creativechallenge
The most romantic poem, just for you!⠀
⠀
Day 13 of #14daysofsaltyvalentines⠀
⠀
#handlettered #thedailytype #typetopia #typespire #handmadefont #typematters #goodtype #typegang #letteringchallenge #handtype #strengthinletters #designlove #ilovedesign #colorinspo #livecolorfully #designtrend #womenwhodraw #galentines #typeyeah #tyxca #typographie #procreatelettering #artoftype #showusyourtype #togetherweletter #goodtypetuesday #handletteringdaily #drunkonlettering It's like, how are you still here?⠀
⠀
Day 12 of #14daysofsaltyvalentines.⠀
⠀
#handlettered #thedailytype #typetopia #typespire #handmadefont #typematters #goodtype #typegang #letteringchallenge #handtype #strengthinletters #typeyeah #tyxca #socfeature #illustrateddoris #visualsnack #womenofillustration #typographie #procreatelettering #artoftype #showusyourtype #togetherweletter #goodtypetuesday #handletteringdaily #drunkonlettering I really mean it!⠀
⠀
Day 11 of #14daysofsaltyvalentines.⠀
⠀
#handlettered #thedailytype #typetopia #typespire #handmadefont #typematters #goodtype #typegang #letteringchallenge #handtype #strengthinletters #typeyeah #tyxca #typographie #procreatelettering #artoftype #showusyourtype #womenofillustration #sketchaday #weareillustration #draweveryday #picame #socfeature #illustrateddoris #visualsnack #togetherweletter #goodtypetuesday #handletteringdaily #drunkonlettering For when you hate PDA.⠀
⠀
Day 10 of #14daysofsaltyvalentines.⠀
⠀
#handlettered #thedailytype #typetopia #typespire #handmadefont #typematters #goodtype #typegang #letteringchallenge #handtype #strengthinletters #typeyeah #tyxca #typographie #colorinspo #lifeincolor #procreatelettering #artoftype #womenwhocreate #womenwhodraw #showusyourtype #socfeature #illustrateddoris #visualsnack #womenofillustration #togetherweletter #goodtypetuesday #handletteringdaily #drunkonlettering

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