I’ve always been obsessed with streamlining and decluttering spaces. In fact, when I was little I was repeatedly chastised by friends’ parents after they’d come home to find that I’d completely reorganized their closets, desks, bookcases, etc. while they were out. Apparently this isn’t a normal playdate activity and…

Technically, I don’t take commissions outside of pet and wedding portraits. However, every once in a while a client will approach me with a proposal that tugs at my artistic inclinations too strongly to refuse. In this case I was hooked by a request for a Japan-inspired ornament. I’ve been intrigued by Japanese culture since…

There’s no arguing that Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and other social media platforms have skyrocketed many an artist’s career to new heights. My own handmade art has gotten remarkable boosts via such channels. However, at some point I think it’s important to put aside the temporary…