Rochester, NY Trip

It's been quite a while since my last post! I've just returned from a trip to Rochester, NY for the Mayday Underground Craft Show and a mini vacation with my college friends! 

In preparation for the show I created a painting of the Rochester skyline and 490 bridge. Prints are now available on Etsy.

This painting was done in a technique I have not used in a while: oil pastel, oil paint and colored pencil. I think I'll be experimenting with this a little more, since I'd forgotten how much I enjoy it. 

Heres some photos from the weekend: 

New Earrings

Caricature Logos for Businesses

I've recently gotten into doing some caricature logos for local businesses. Here's a few! 

This first piece was done for Christine's Cookie Shoppe and Sugarbabe's Gourmet Cupcakes in New Hartford, NY. This is a collaborative business between the two girls in one space, and I can tell you from experience, they have some amazing sweets! My Friend Kim over at Creative Designs supplied the logos in the girls hands and the type surrounding. 

This second piece is was done for Suzi's Place, a family style diner opening in Bouckville, NY! Bouckville has some great antique shops, which gave me a little inspiration for the logo. 

Marilyn Monroe Completed

She's Finished! Colored pencil. Prints available here.

Advertising Photography by C. Vallese

Previously I had mentioned that my sister is a photographer. I have asked her (and she has agreed!) to be my photographer for my jewelry and accessory lines. 

Here is the first set: 

I wanted an autumn and bohemian look for these photos, she did a great job! 

Love.

New Crochet Earrings!

Some new crochet earrings:

I had fun with these colors. Hope you like :) 

Love. 

Back to School 2012 Indie Garage Sale

Just wrapped up my favorite local sale, the Indie Garage Sale! I worked out this brand new set up. The side displays are made from inexpensive crates, spray paint, and the bottoms and tops are covered with Mod Podge and scrapbook paper. I used some yarn and some clothespins to hang my small 8"x10" prints. 

Also made this great little chalk board price signs. I think in total they cost me about $5 to make. Much more versatile than the paper signs.

Back to School Indie Garage Sale

Just letting everyone know I will be a participating in the the Back to School Indie Garage Sale at Union Station in Utica, NY. This is part of the Bagg's Square Harvest Festival.

Hours:
Friday September 28th 4pm-9pm
Saturday September 29th 11am-7pm
Sunday September 30th 11am-5pm

This is always a great show with a diverse group of artist and craft vendors!

Oh, and here's a little something I came across on the internet that I thought I'd share!

Hope to see you this weekend!
Love.