Like a Box of Chocolate
I just got back five boxes of paintings from my publisher. Can you believe I said my publisher! I just signed on with New Era Home Decor, a fairly new, very forward thinking fine art publisher. My super research-savvy husband did loads of work to find out who was the coolest publisher. He landed on New Era because they sell to Crate and Barrel (we love their wall art) and he contacted them for me, in my name. I was like, "you're crazy." But sure enough they got back to me and wanted to sign on.
Soooo..... Off went 18 paintings to Texas. Argh, shipping is a lot of work. But I did it (while simultaneously packing for a few days as a leader at girls camp, setting up all kinds of baby sitting, and getting my husband ready for 2 1/2 weeks in Malaysia.) That was a few weeks ago and it was lovely to get my paintings back all bubble wrapped cozily together. I was inspired to take a photo of their spines (minus the bubble wrap.) Mmmm... like chocolate.
While I was in AZ I did some paintings (including the 3 below) for friends and fam. It was especially fun to paint with Heather and Isaac around. Heather and I worked out why one painting seemed flat. And Isaac and I talked about how to add drama to a design. Makes me miss living near them. There's loads of creative energy in that house.
Well, little Luke is all feverish and sad today. I'm takin' him to his Dr in a few minutes and had better get ready. There is something lovely about being in my jammies until noon.
Laura,
Wow - Congratulations! I am a big choco-holic, but I have to say, looks even better than the scrumptious stuff to me. You are so gifted, you deserve it, won't it bw cool to know that your paintings will be available to make even more people happy now!
Posted by: Faith | September 14, 2007 at 10:41 AM
hi there, your blog is such a cozy place!
I`ll be back! ; )
Posted by: dani | September 15, 2007 at 03:19 PM
Congratulations! And, those paintings are incredible!!!
Posted by: Bari | September 15, 2007 at 05:44 PM
Welcome back to your blog. Congrats! WOW!! How incredibly exciting. Your paintings are beautiful, it is no wonder they wanted to sign you!
Posted by: Heather | September 16, 2007 at 05:14 PM
Yeah! Laura you are famous! I love this. I love famous friends. One day I will be on my white trash trailer's front porch talking to the chain smoker neighbor next door and telling her about how I know you, the famous artist, we'll be talking about you because I was flipping through a magazine (while indispose) that I swiped from the recycle bin and happened to see your work featured. I will be so proud.
Posted by: Kim H. | September 17, 2007 at 09:30 AM
I'm so proud of you! Give your husband a high five for that huge sweet favor! :) NICE! Your art rocks!!! I love the ones your just posted!!!! Love the comb streaks on the left (of the first one) Take care, Laurie~
Posted by: Laurie | September 17, 2007 at 03:28 PM
Beautiful, beautiful paintings -- and CONGRATS!!! Your paintings are fantastic and you deserve the good things that are coming your way! Hug and kiss the little one, those fevers and colds hurt us more than them I think.
Posted by: Angela | September 18, 2007 at 11:35 AM
Wow, that's so exciting! Congratulations! You really do nice work.
Posted by: gena | September 18, 2007 at 10:25 PM
Wow, that's so exciting! Congratulations! You really do nice work.
Posted by: gena | September 18, 2007 at 10:25 PM
Laura-
Just wanted to let you know that I am enjoying your blog. All of its color, life, family thoughts, etc. I have a similar life and energy in my home. So relate well to your long-line of family artistry. It's so fun learning to cultivate that in children, isn't it????
Posted by: maryanne helms | September 19, 2007 at 06:19 PM
ps. Laura. Come visit. My blog is www.happyhelms.com. My blog address did not show on the comments section. I am loving meeting other crafty mommas for inspiration.
Posted by: maryanne helms | September 19, 2007 at 06:22 PM
These paintings are AMAZING. Congratulations to you! I really LOVE these. Hope your little one feels better. :)
Posted by: cheryl | September 19, 2007 at 08:11 PM
hey doll...i just found your blog, and i love it!! i just wanted to send you one of my favourite quotes ever: "truly fabulous people never get dressed before lunchtime"
have a wonderful day!
Posted by: Robin | September 30, 2007 at 06:08 PM
hey doll...i just found your blog, and i love it!! i just wanted to send you one of my favourite quotes ever: "truly fabulous people never get dressed before lunchtime"
have a wonderful day!
Posted by: Robin | September 30, 2007 at 06:10 PM
Laura,
look at my fab painting!!! I can't waite to get it! I will charish this forever just like I charish you. Heather
Posted by: Heather Hallett | October 01, 2007 at 10:14 AM