The Civil Wars - 20 Years

All of the stars seem to be aligning for me these days. So many little things that the universe is favoring me in that really gets me motivated to get out and be productive! As my wise other half is constantly reminding me, "thoughts become things." So we are putting our positive thinking to good use and demanding the best from the world. Expect to see significant new professional work in the following months!
I'll be taking a business/pleasure trip to Las Vegas next weekend (YAY!). I could really use some heat, sun and some inspiration. As I've been packing up my room this week... I've been in the mood for some melancholy, soothing music. My new favorite which has been on repeat a lot lately is the Civil Wars - 20 years. The duo's collective sound is so hauntingly beautiful. The next time you're cooped inside on a rainy day, put this on...

Ollipop Greetings's local presence in Portland

What an exciting year it has been! Even though I was out of town for nearly half of it, Ollipop Greetings has really started to grow and come into its own. This past Sunday, Portland Roasting opened its first cafe in the Convention Center, replacing the Starbucks stores that previously occupied the spaces. Being a local company with a sustainable mindset, they are also featuring local vendors and artists in their store. I was contacted earlier this spring to be a local artist featured in the store with my Portland Love postcards.

As soon as I find out about the grand opening event I'll post some of my own pictures but until then here is a little article about the new store.

I was also contacted by Upper Playground and will soon have all three of my Portland postcard designs sold there as well. For now the orders are small but I am so excited about the exposure that my etsy store will have through these fantastic local businesses. I have been a fan of Upper Playground's store since I first visited it a few years ago. I was extremely flattered to be approached by them. I especially enjoy viewing featured artwork in their gallery, Fifty24PDX.

Hopefully, by the end of the year, I'll have my cards at some other local retailers. Keep your eyes and ears open and wish me luck. :)

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