This past November, I was browsing one of my favorite Baltimore shops, Trohv. There, I came across the local Close Call Studio. It’s run by Amanda Adams who handcrafts decorative mushrooms from recycled vegan felt. They’re mounted on wood and perfect for…
I don’t know about you, but I don’t like to fish. When I was younger, a hook got caught in my finger. Mortifying! I’ll never fish again. Instead, I’ll just marvel at these adorable fish-shaped clutches by Don Fisher. They feature…
I love how colorful these Oxacan wood carvings are! They’re available through the Sandia Fine Mexican Art website and feature a cast of lively creatures with intricate patterns. Different skilled artists paint bears, giraffes, dogs, and more. Sometimes, they’re totally wacky…
Minini (Min Lee) is an illustrator and ceramic artist whose work focuses on the character design of young, fashionable ladies. Her delight subjects don stylish bobs, cool hair accessories, and rosy cheeks. I really like her brooches and wish that…
If you are a regular reader of this blog, then you’re probably already familiar with the work of Cat Rabbit. I’ve featured a couple of her plushes before, but I realize I’ve never dedicated an entire post to them! I treasured my…
See that guy? I bought him at MICA’s Art Market this past weekend! Il Sung Na crafted these adorable creatures that have a practical purpose. They hold tea lights, lightbulbs, paintbrushes and more. I love the coloring and the character design.…
I’ve certainly mentioned this before, but I am a fan of tattoos; and, I enjoy seeing them etched into acharacter’s imaginary skin. Think about it — in an illustration, getting a inked doesn’t hurt. No one is going to look…
1. The Who the What and the When by Julia Rothman, Jenny Volvovski and Matt Lamothe It’s probably time you started your holiday shopping (I’m writing this as a reminder to myself…), and if you have an illustration-lover on your…
1. Mr. Pike: The Great Gentleman Calendar The last couple of months of the year are all about countdowns; the time left until Black Friday/Cyber Monday, holidays, and of, course the new year. Time is ticking for you to buy…
Kitiya Palaskas is a craft-based designer who creates playful, colorful objects. Amy first introduced me to her work via Instagram. And, I was hooked! They are fun, felt and crepe paper-centric objects and pendants. I love how she takes these materials beyond…