Fall notes
And an Announcement
Hello friends,
This morning I thought I’d send a quick little note. It’s been a minute, so here are the highlights I’d like to share.
First - what’s NEW with my art
A Special Announcement!
A quick life update
What’s New?!
This past October, I attended the annual Michigan Catholic Women’s Conference as a vendor for the first time. I also had the honor of designing their beautiful prayer card that was passed out at this event.
I had forgotten what it feels like to see people engage with my art - in person. Smiles, tears, and surprise were just a few of the reactions. My heart really needed that. I remembered that people REALLY do connect with my art. This is something I can easily forget when selling online. I left the conference with fresh perspective and honestly, renewed joy and purpose in what I do.
I just recently began illustrations for the sequel to “Growing a Baby: Joey Becomes a Big Brother.” There’s a lot I learned during that first book, and I feel excited and ready to take on this new project. There are new characters, old characters, fresh settings, and it’s been fun putting all the pieces together. Stay tuned for more.
I bought myself a book on figure drawing hoping to learn and grow in this area as I really love capturing human connection and emotions. I have been filling my sketchbook. Here are some fun sketches I did of myself and Joseph.
Special Announcement - A Fan Favorite!
I haven’t shared this on social media yet, but I am offering a SPECIAL Advent print this year. As in previous years, this is a limited edition item, only available for a short time. To say thank-you for your continued support, You will have first access - with a special discount included.
Print will be announced THIS Thursday and Pre-orders will open then. All prints ordered this weekend will have a special gift included in their package. Prints will be mailed out the week of December 2nd.
Life update…
Fall has finally arrived in Michigan. We did an impromptu photo shoot, because LOOK AT THOSE LEAVES!
I am enjoying spending my days with Joseph while the kids are in school. I often find him with a laundry basket over his head, or sitting in a box drawing. He likes to “borrow” my pencils and add many “notes” to my planner. It fills my heart to see how much he loves to draw just like his momma. (And yes, he’s a lefty!”
Have a beautiful day.
Sincerely,
Kristina
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