Today’s feature review is with Laurie from Artistic Designs by Laurie. Laurie makes original watercolor paintings and sketches available in prints, cards and jewelry. I love her crafts, and was happy when she joined me in the “Blog Bash 2011” giveaway event I’m hosting in 2 weeks.
Art is my passion! I’ve been an artist all my life, always drawing and painting! My medium of choice is watercolor and pencil. I love to paint flowers and beautiful landscapes as well as whimsical and fantasy, using the original images to create prints and cards. I also paint commissioned home portraits and pencil portraits from photos. My most recent addition is jewelry made from my art. I have pendants and earrings that are actually mini-paintings behind glass. Creating beautiful things is a joy for me. I truly hope that my art creations are an inspiration to warm the heart and bring a smile.
When did you first start making artistic crafts?
I’ve been making art creations as long as I can remember. I actually sold my first commissioned pencil portrait sketch, of two children, in 1991.
What is your favorite creation (that you made)?
My favorite creation I would say is a 3 foot x 4 foot watercolor painting (in my dining room) of a huge pink water lily with lily pads.
Which craft do you enjoy the most (prints/cards/jewelry)?
I love painting the most! I get lost when I am painting a watercolor. I let my mind wander and lose all track of time. I also enjoy painting the designs for the jewelry and putting together all the necessary parts until I have a finished piece.
What do you like/dislike about selling online?
I enjoy selling online because I can work in my pajamas!
Any tips for new artisans just starting to sell online?
I would say if your are just starting out to sell online, don’t get discouraged. It takes time.
How can people contact you? (twitter/blog/shop/email etc.)
People can reach me on the contact page of my business website.
Last words for our readers?
Sharing a bit of my life and my passion for art has been a pleasure! I hope that you will stop in my website for a visit. I have a great slide show on the home page as well watercolor prints, cards, pendants & earrings. I also specialize in watercolor home portraits & pencil portraits of loved ones! Please stop in for a visit!
Thank you Laurie , it was a pleasure to feature your work!
Wow, Laurie you do beautiful work. I visited your website and there were so many pieces that I wanted. Thanks Roni, for the introduction.