Sometimes ideas for artwork come to me when I’m waking up in the morning while still resting. The flower motif for the my Art Deco style frog design was revealed to me as I was watering plants in our family room. I’ve always believed, to have fresh ideas, one must step away from work andContinue reading “Art Deco Frog”
Category Archives: Artist Perspective
Fish Town Hooked
Michigan Summertime is way too short. We always look forward to our warm season, and try to extend it as long as possible, by visiting one our favorite places on Lake Michigan. Fish Town is in Leland, Michigan. A fun place to visit with it’s charming village bursting with energy from retail shanties, fishing tugContinue reading “Fish Town Hooked”
You Toucan Design
I just finished this design with toucans and palm trees. Creating a collection is just as exciting as designing the original concept. A larger toucan is on my mind, and a design with more foliage. This is a boat at the State Straits Marina in Mackinaw City, Michigan. Of course, it was the shade ofContinue reading “You Toucan Design”
Building Teapots
One of the current graphic design trends is inspired by the Bauhaus Design Movement. It was also a school that started in Weimar, Germany in 1919 by a group of architects. While thinking about what to sketch for this Bauhaus inspired design, I just had to look across the room. Next to the lamp isContinue reading “Building Teapots”
Favorites
Getting the tools out to create a new patio or a graphic design using Illustrator keeps us very busy. Looking through our photos, I believe we are blessed with a supportive family, a good work ethic, and the creative skills that make our lives more interesting and sweet. Some sarcasm is fun too. Today, I postedContinue reading “Favorites”
Liquid Research
When ideas come to fruition, it is an accomplishment to be happy about and to reflect upon. Then, I remember the saying, you are only as good as your last design. Oh, maybe that statement is a little harsh, but I hear this a lot. Having a plan is a good idea. I like toContinue reading “Liquid Research”
Next to Him
Recently we attended a funeral of a friend’s nephew. He was 21, a member of the army reserves, and buried with military honors. I’ll never forget the image of his father looking down at the folded flag on his lap with three bullet casings on top. I’m sure he was very proud that his sonContinue reading “Next to Him”
Ice cream Sunset
I’m not sure when it started, the need to capture the sunset, and all the memories it brings. Looking forward to Spring. ~Tresa More sunsets at the Daily Post.
Through the Lens
This post is about my creative process. Away from technology, experiencing life through the lens of my camera, is my favorite place to be. Whether it’s a pink reflection on the lake, or orange flower petals reaching for the light, I’m in my happy place. yessssss. I didn’t know the shape of this succulent plantContinue reading “Through the Lens”
Accessibility & Design
We all know someone or have a loved one with a disability. Below is a great article from AIGA on design, and how to convey accessibility to buildings, transportation, and also about, user-centered museum information graphics. The isotype icons (below) are evolving, along with amazing Apps like BlindWays, providing clues to accessibility where gps fails,Continue reading “Accessibility & Design”
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