poster produced via collaborative efforts between matty d. and myself. what a sweet human for earth.

also, if you are so inclined, i would love to see your darling faces at the show at stubb’s. please and thank you and much affection.

xoxo

Have a look-see. And you can buy giclee prints!

p.s. currently moving into a new studio. Absolutely adoring it. Pictures to follow. Love to all.

xoxo

via KRonikle, part of the KidRobot community.

see more at the Kronikle article here

xoxo

I am very inspired, seeing this work, to get back to my own. And to get back to Etsy. I am moving into my new studio this week, and then production will commence, followed by some other surprises I might have up my sleeve…jus’ sayin’. I can’t wait to share the ideas that have been floating around in my headpiece the past few months. The radical sabbatical that I accidentally subjected myself to (via moving and Hunter’s accident) has been an amazing cure for the burnout I was suffering from, but I am more than ready to return to my art therapy. I have been going crazy…very slowly.

xoxo

The only problem is that he will lose track of them and inevitably need a new one until the old one turns up a few months later, rescued from the couch pillows or wherever. So, I always keep a few on hand for him. His journals litter our living spaces, and it is really astounding to see someone so fiercely dedicated to taking note of what is around him and in his mind.

Part of loving my husband is certainly a deep admiration and respect for his creative processes. The man is staggeringly devoted to his craft and furthering his skills. Really, I can hardly describe the past few years..he has artistically developed so much. It has been too stunning for words. It is like we are in a movie montage where the protagonist quickly acquires vast amounts of skill and passion about his particular venture. After listening to, editing, and practicing our new songs with him, I feel confident that the time and effort he puts into his music will shine through.

I never want to overhype our band, or toot our horn or whatever, especially in any sort of written format (hehe) or overpromise/underdeliver (yikes!) , but I think our next album is starting to sound very…promising. It is a direct result of his creative tenacity, dedication, time (sooo many hours!), and the wildest imagination I have ever seen…all of which take root in his journals.

Hunter, keep on rockin’ the free world.

xoxo

Jenna and I actually have the same birthday (don’t even ask who is older, ugh!), so we (and a bunch of our sweet friends) met up for bowling and white russians (in honor of The Dude), and I gave her the journal. I believe she loved it and I was mighty, mighty pleased!

My other birthday weekend events included breakfast at Blue Dahlia Bistro, a house party, chicken fried steak and margaritas at the Shady Grove, and drinks at Hole in the Wall. I got free things all day…it ruled!

My 25th birthday kicked so much ass! Thanks to Hunter, Dawn, and all my other truly incredible friends/family that made it happen. Love you guys!

xoxo

He makes me so happy sitting in my kitchen window, next to pretty bottles retrieved from Collin and Sara’s lovely vintage eclectic wedding.

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Currently, I am searching for a studio space (if I don’t bust out the sewing machine soon, I might pass away), booking shows for Law School and working a bunch. I also recently celebrated my 25th birthday. I feel that quarter-life crisis coming on strong…

Hunter and I both are so ready to not be working for other people. Really, we have been ready for a while, emotionally. But, I guess we are trying to line it up financially, where one of these days our creative endeavors alone can support us. That has always been the unspoken assumption, of course. But, now, I have said it. Verbalized, in cyber space. Now all of you are officially allowed to call me out, when I get complacent with the day-to-day…

I realize our goal is not unique or even unusual. Amongst my peers, almost everyone I know in this town is pushing towards the same thing. But what separates those who accomplish from those who don’t? From what I can tell, it is a combination of ALL of the following: self-motivation, hard work, a support group, time, time, time, and persistence. And not spending all of your money on grapefruit martinis (my biggest challenge on this list–ha!). It is time for us to make it happen…stay tuned.

xoxo

In other news, I really love my job. All of my coworkers are downright lovely. And super creative…I promise I will elaborate more on that later.

As for now, sweet dreams!

xoxo

His brand is called “the flying chair.” A lovely showcase of his illustrations, commercial work, and posters (my personal favorite) can be found here.

I really owe this guy one, because he designed the original Betty logo, and the Law School cover…but that is not why I featured him. I featured him because we just can get enough of his quirky, whimsical creations. The subjects, compositions, and (oh!) the colors are offbeat in the best way possible. As Hunter put it, upon first seeing the website, “He’s just so much better than so many people.” Agreezy, dude.

Yay, Justin! You rule.

Hunter hurt his arm really badly (I’m talking lacerated tendons and muscles, reconstructive surgery, tons of painkillaz, physical and occupational rehab therapy kinda-bad).

We celebrated our third year of marriage…woot!

Quit Anthro and got a new job at Spiderhouse. Back in the food industry, y’all!

Law School played our first few shows in Austin. Encouraging reception!

Dawn and Joel (our best friends) decided to move to Austin…life-changing. They arrive shortly…

Made a bunch of awesome, new friends!

So, I am sorry that I disappeared like a huge flake-monster. I was about to frrreak out trying to do it all, so I let things slip through the cracks, unapologetically. Mostly, because I had to take care of Hunter and work a bunch since he was unable to. So I don’t feel too bad. BUT I love this blog, and my readers, and the people whose blogs I read regularly…so I am back! But I am going to take my time this time, and not get in over my head.

In other news, this illustration, by Jimmy Turrell is AH-MAZING! And you can see more here. All of his stuff blows my mind! Thanks, Kyle, for pointing me to this…

xoxo,

elise