Wander and Paint — Kitchen Wall Art

Illustration Case Study: Step-by-step Process for “Koi Galaxy” Botanical Watercolor

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Illustration Case Study: Step-by-step Process for “Koi Galaxy” Botanical Watercolor

A behind-the-scene look at the making of the intricate and atmospheric watercolor marketing illustration concept, Koi Galaxy, inspired from a slow, rambling visits at Como Zoo and Conservatory in St. Paul, Minnesota.

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Did You Leave Room For Dessert?

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Did You Leave Room For Dessert?

This watercolor food illustration case study focuses on the making of "Dessert 4 Breakfast," a recently released home decor watercolor print about pastries and sweet treats good enough to eat for breakfast. This beautiful kitchen art print will brighten any eclectic decor. The perfect gift for foodies of all stripes!

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Bright Watercolor Fermented Pine Illustration for Kitchen Decor

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Bright Watercolor Fermented Pine Illustration for Kitchen Decor

This watercolor food illustration case study focuses on the making of "Fermented Pine," a recently released home decor watercolor print about foraging and pickled foods. This beautiful kitchen art print will brighten any eclectic decor. The perfect gift for foodies of all stripes!

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Vibrant Otomi-Inspired Watercolor Cupcake Illustration for Dulceria Bakery

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Vibrant Otomi-Inspired Watercolor Cupcake Illustration for Dulceria Bakery

This watercolor food illustration case study focuses on Dulceria Bakery, a Mexican-American bakery located in the vibrant Powderhorn Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. During the research process for this illustration project, I met with the owner  [...]

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When Tex-Mex and Indian Cuisine Make Bright Beautiful Graphic Art

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When Tex-Mex and Indian Cuisine Make Bright Beautiful Graphic Art

Case study describing the process of creating atmospheric, watercolor food illustrations for a recipe article. One full page editorial food illustrations and two spots were published in Gravy Quarterly magazine. The article told the story of the magic that happens when authentic Tex-Mex cuisine meets Indian cuisine.

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