7 Ways to Celebrate Mom: Heartfelt Mother's Day Gifts for Every Mom
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by Ashley McLaughlin
6h ago
As Mother's Day approaches, finding the perfect gift to express your love and appreciation for Mom can feel like a daunting task. But fear not! I've curated a selection of heartfelt gifts that are sure to make her smile on her special day. From art prints that capture the beauty of nature to unique stationery items that inspire creativity, this list is curated to different types of moms and their interests. Take a look and find the perfect gift to show Mom just how much she means to you. For the Nature Lover: Journals with Nature Inspired Artwork Covers For the mom who loves nature and t ..read more
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Introducing the New Bold and Abstract Artistic Magnetic Bookmark Collection: Where Art Meets Function
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by Ashley McLaughlin
1w ago
    In a world that constantly beckons for innovation and creativity, mundane tasks like bookmarking your favorite page in a book or planner often receive a delightful makeover. Enter the realm of magnetic bookmarks, where functionality meets artistic expression. Today, I am thrilled to unveil a new addition to my shop – a magnetic bookmark collection adorned with my abstract artwork. Magnetic bookmarks are a stylish alternative to traditional bookmarks that will not fall out of your book. With their magnetic closure, they elegantly hug the pages of your book, ensuring your place i ..read more
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5 Things I’ve Learned as a Craft Fair Vendor
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by Ashley McLaughlin
1y ago
Jumping into the craft fair game as an art vendor is a crazy and exciting experience. I made the decision to start selling my artwork and painted products at craft markets because I wanted the opportunity to interact with my customers face-to-face and make new connections. It can feel more personal when you can have those in-person interactions instead of their impersonal experience of shopping online (which I still love, but for other reasons). I know some of you are also starting your craft fair journey, so today I wanted to share with you 5 things I have learned from vending in my first fe ..read more
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Small Town Coastal Vacation Turned Meaningful Commissioned Artwork
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by Ashley McLaughlin
1y ago
Trinidad, California Reference Photo Painting of Trinidad, California There are so many aspects to my work that I really enjoy, but THIS has got to be one of the biggest ones. I recently finished a painting commission for a client who shared with me one of her most beloved travel experiences. I am an adventurer at heart and love when I get a chance to travel. My passion for travel is a cornerstone of my business and the art that I create. The world around us is too beautiful to ignore. This art practice is not intrinsic on solely my own travels, but is greatly influenced by your experiences ..read more
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5 Mother's Day Gifts for a More Artful Life — Your 2022 Gift Guide
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by Ashley McLaughlin
1y ago
I feel like every year Mother’s Day ends up sneaking up on me, but if I am going to be honest, I am not great at remembering holidays that happen on different dates each year. This year, I was on it and paid a little bit more attention when I heard the holiday start to come up in conversations. If you are like me and are guilty of dropping the ball when it comes to some of the smaller holidays, do not fret. I am wanting to help make the process a little easier this year for you. Not only is this a friendly reminder to purchase your Mother’s Day gifts before it’s too late, but I am also presen ..read more
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Spring into Springtime with these Hand Painted Clay Earrings
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by Ashley McLaughlin
1y ago
I know I am not alone when it comes to getting excited about the change in the weather from cold to warm. I am someone that loves the Winter, but the short days and long nights really end up getting the best of me after a while. So now I want to shout from the hilltops, HAPPY SPRING by presenting you with my latest polymer clay earring collection, “Dais-ed in Spring”, now available in my shop. The hand painted clay earrings in this collection make for a fun and playful addition to any outfit. The collection is characterized by vibrant Spring colors that will make you want to go outside and sm ..read more
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Commissioned Landscape Paintings from Travel Photos and Memories
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by Ashley McLaughlin
1y ago
How I Came to Paint “Cotton Candy Sunset Over Sturgeon Bay” from a Cherished Travel Photo What memories do you take away from your favorite vacations or travel adventures? Did you ride on a sailboat for the very first time? Did you eat a new cuisine that you will never ever forget the taste of? Did you see the most beautiful mountain view you think you might ever see? Many of the memories we capture from where we travel aren’t exactly tangible. I like to turn those memories around and create a tangible and unique souvenir that will be cherished just as much as those memories. I take your photo ..read more
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For the Love of Landscapes - A Gift for Her (or yourself) She will LOVE!
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by Ashley McLaughlin
1y ago
Hey cutie! You know what time of year it is again, it’s the Valentine’s Day season. I don’t know about you, but I LOVE, love! One thing I also love is earrings and the chance to spice up whatever I am wearing with some killer accessories. I have some news for you! I just released a new collection of polymer clay earrings that combine two of my favorite things; love and landscapes. We all see the influx of heart-shaped jewelry that comes upon us this time each year, but hear me out. In the “I Love Landscapes” earring collection, I have showed my love for a variety of different American landsca ..read more
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How Travel Influences My Art (and Can Influence Yours!)
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by Ashley McLaughlin
1y ago
One thing that has been a big part of my life, since childhood, is travel. My mother, grandparents, and I would go on at least one family road trip every summer to a new destination within the United States. Being from Kansas, we were smack dab in the middle of the country, which had its pros and cons. We could basically drive anywhere in the country, but we had to drive through a lot of states to get there. My family is the type that likes to stop and sight-see along the way which always makes for a fun and interesting adventure. I still try to travel this way today, trying to discover the hi ..read more
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Turn Your Travel Photos Into Beautiful Works of Abstract Landscape Art
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by Ashley McLaughlin
1y ago
How many times have you been on vacation and captured an amazing view, but found yourself disappointed with the standard photo you took of it? Don’t let that beautiful sunset get away from you! Allow me to transform your travel photos into abstract landscape art that will become the most stunning pieces of art in your home.     Travel Artwork Created from Your Photos Top: The photo she took. Bottom: The postcard her mother sent years prior. When I go on vacation, I take tons of photos of every beautiful view to ensure I will never forget the sights I have seen. One of my clients ha ..read more
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