Sketch "my boys"

I came home from my Sunday morning workout class to the site of my boys sleeping together on the couch. I grabbed my sketchpad and captured it the best I could. How cute are they! Speaking of "My Boys," I love that show! It's one of the few shows my husband and I watch together. Check it out if you haven't already. I am so stressed out already trying to figure out which shows to watch this season. There are so many new ones that look good and I can't let go of my old ones. What to do! I need a nap.

Starfish Wedding Kit

This starfish wedding invitation was designed for our good friends that are getting married in a few weeks. We are so excited for them and happy that we get to be a part of their special day. The Save the Dates were printed as postcards on chip board which gave them a sandy look. The invitations were printed on 100% reclaimed cotton paper in Flourescent White. The hand-mixed ink colors were mossy green and chocolate brown. Congratulations, Pat & Katie!

Sketch "big boy"

Here is the "O," sleeping again. I suppose it's the only way I'll be able to draw him until he can sit still for a while. He looks a lot older in this sketch. I was standing while I did this one so maybe my angle changed a bit. I love drawing his hair, which has become a character all its own.

I'm excited to start the three-day weekend and hopefully hit the beach for some of it. We've been baby proofing the last couple weekends and working on logo/business card identities for a few clients. I'm sure this weekend will have more of the same, but I plan on putting some leisure in the mix too. Hope you all can do the same. Happy weekend!

Arts Month {illustration}

San Diego is having it's first Arts Month starting today. Arts Month San Diego (AMSD) is a collaboration of museums, visual and performing artists, and art organizations that have come together this September to put on shows, festivals and offer discounts for local art. The list of events is too long to share here, but check out their site at arstmonthsd.com. Read story here.

I did this illustration for a special section on the month-long event. The painting mimicks Van Goghs Starry Night, except it's a sunny day! The pose of the viewer is after an illustration by Norman Rockwell called Art Critic. I added the flip flops to drive home the "San Diego" feel. I thought it turned out swell. Hope you can make it to some of the events this month. I will certainly try.