I think that is why I call my blog Illustration Avenue. I am so inspired by so many different things, and I couldn’t be specific; I...

I’m in love with vintage Pyrex dishes. I wish I had a whole collection of them like this illustration. This painting is done with a...

And to all the lovely couples out there…enjoy your time together! Hope your day is uber romantic! Or just give your SO a warm hug 🙂...

To all the single ladies: enjoy each others’ company, stay true to yourself, accept your flaws, accept others’ flaws, and be kind to one...

Just updated my Etsy shop with these two paintings! They are originals; 7.5 x 8.25 inches. More details in the Etsy listings. Use them in...

Thinking too much is something I’m quite adept at. #illustrationavenue #adept #watercolorandpencil #texturedpaper #vintageinspiredart...

I’m still obsessed with forsythia. I cannot get enough of it! Something about that yellow. It’s so refreshing and new and spring-y and...

#illustrationavenue #fashion #NYFW #rosietheriveter #powerful #sketch #females #fashionillustration #Watercolor

Flamingos (or flamingoes, if you’re so inclined) have got to be one bird that encounters a lot of controversy. Okay, I wouldn’t go that...

Dessert day 🙂 Reminiscent of Cheat Day #illustrationavenue #treats #cheatday #dessert #cuteillustrations #gouache #doughnuts...

Hey there! It feels like so long since I’ve posted anything, but in reality it has only been three days. In Internet days, that can be a...

I’m painting baby animals for a nursery today. This is so rough 🙂 But I love the soulful eyes of the giraffe! #illustrationavenue #art...

Weekend = Indulge (Still into this orange-blue color scheme!) #illustrationavenue #fashion #art #weekend #cheatday #dessert #funfood...

Vintage sketch with my favorite colors – orange and blue! #illustrationavenue #art #sketchbook #vintage #blueandorange #Watercolor

I just discovered this thing called a “mockup!” I wish I would’ve thought of this myself, since it’s such a simple and genius concept....

Can you believe it?! Blog post number 100! Who would’ve thought? This cupcake looks about good enough to eat. Especially the frosting. I...

I feel like the title is explanation enough 😉 #illustrationavenue #fashion #art #gold #color #beauty #illustration #killerstyle...

I am such a beginner when it comes to ice skating. The kids were skating circles around me and asking if I can “hockey stop.” But...

Hello there! I thought I’d share one more post before I go on  vacation! (Although I might surprise you with another post before I come...

I think some hot chocolate is in order to make the evening complete. Stay warm out there! And drive safe 😉 #snow #illustrationavenue...