i adore pattern making

I am new at this whole pattern making business, but I love it. I'm gearing up to show my work in May at Surtex. I hope to double my collection by then! I'm thinking of printing sample fabric through Spoonflower like I've done with the woodland one in the past... which ones would you like to have, if any? Here's the full set with a few details and colorways.

insta-happy for me & maybe you too

* necklaces

loving the layering

* garlands


* baths & potions

i am beyond excited to move to a new home soon with a clawfoot & a lemon tree soon!

* biking

sadly, these beauties are already out of stock :(

* music


* pretty pretty patterns


xoxoox

Originals for SALE!

I just listed this series of butterfly and sea animal paintings in my shop! These sweet little guys are all painted with acrylic and collaged with paper, fabric and ephemera. All are painted on wood panel with 1 inch thick sides that are ready to hang! These would be perfect in any room to bring it color, but especially your baby or kid's room!

Artful Blogging

I'm flattered to be included in the latest issue of Artful Blogging with photos, art and an article written by me that shares my story of being an artist and blogger. It is beautifully printed and in good company with talented artists like Shari and Abby to name two.

Here's a sneak peek! Available on newstands in bookstores or on-line.

to beginnings!

i just went back into the archives of my blog-- so glad i never erased them-- and was cracking up and how candid and funny they were. i kind of miss that girl. i've gotten so, um, all biz on this blog. i did read this little gem that i thought i would share in regards to where i felt when i started 5 years ago and how i have come more into myself, but am still always growing art and life wise. aren't we? after teaching recently and then conversations with my interns... i thought this was pertinent to share. xooxox

it is weird being at the initial point of my transition as an artist. knowing that growth is inevitable, and to some extent i am in charge of how much. hoping not to dissapoint myself. not to judge too harshly. to put all of my body into it and have patience with my learning curve. to realize that my work will in some way be unique. trying to stay in the moment and not anticipate. wanting to grow more into myself, fully and strong.

playing around with pattern

Wouldn't this be cute on baby clothes? I'm gearing up with my pattern making for Surtex- the big surface design show in NYC in May! If you like this pattern it's available for licensing. Please contact my awesome illustration agency Lilla Rogers Studio.
xoxo
Mati